Married Star's Red Carpet Debut After Nuptials

Country music star Lainey Wilson recently made her first red carpet appearance since her marriage to Devlin Hodges on May 10. Wilson, who balanced her wedding preparations with a demanding schedule, including headlining Stagecoach in late April, expressed her pragmatic approach to wedding planning, stating, "As long as I got my phone, my keys, my wallet, my man, I'm good."

The Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards saw Shania Twain host for the first time, dazzling attendees with multiple looks. Twain initially sported full bangs with her silver metallic gown, later switching to a classic curly hairstyle. The show also featured a special birthday tribute to Willie Nelson, who celebrated his 93rd birthday on April 29, with Twain and Shaboozey leading the audience in a recorded message.

Ella Langley was the standout performer of the night, securing five of the seven awards for which she was nominated. During her emotional acceptance speech for Female Artist of the Year, Langley acknowledged the crucial support she received from fellow artists, including Lainey Wilson and Miranda Lambert. Lauren Alaina also delivered a poignant moment, speaking openly about mental health awareness and urging those struggling to seek help.

Megan Moroney, who received nine nominations, was unable to attend as she was out of the country serving as a maid of honor. She expressed her honor for the nominations from afar while wishing her friends well. Dan + Shay performed their new song "Say So," inspired by the tragic loss of their friend Ben Vaughn to suicide in January 2025.