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Lainey Wilson Crew Wins Big at CMA Touring Awards
3 Jun
Summary
- Lainey Wilson's all-female crew won the prestigious Crew of the Year award.
- Jim Halsey received the CMA Lifetime Touring Achievement Award for his six-decade career.
- Keith Urban hosted the CMA Touring Awards for the fourth time.
The 2026 CMA Touring Awards, presented by Strauss, recently celebrated country music's essential touring professionals in Nashville. Keith Urban, hosting for the fourth time, emphasized the collaborative "village" effort behind successful tours.
Lainey Wilson's "Whirlwind World Tour" crew, notable for its 35 female members, earned the esteemed Crew of the Year award. Wilson expressed immense pride in her team's dedication and unity, with many crew members also winning individual category awards.
Veteran industry figure Jim Halsey was honored with the CMA Lifetime Touring Achievement Award. Over six decades, Halsey worked with legendary artists and promoted country music globally, including historic tours in the Soviet Union.
The ceremony, rescheduled from an earlier date due to ice storms, also recognized numerous other professionals across 20 categories, reinforcing the vital role of touring personnel in bringing country music to fans.
