Country Music Stars Set to Present at the 61st ACM Awards
The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards promises an exciting night with a lineup of renowned presenters. Ashley McBryde, Shaboozey, and Keith Urban are among the distinguished artists confirmed to take the stage as presenters, adding a layer of anticipation to the ceremony.
These celebrated musicians are no strangers to the ACM Awards, having received accolades in previous years. McBryde boasts three awards, while Urban has accumulated 14, including the prestigious 2025 ACM Triple Crown Award. Shaboozey, with four nominations to his name, is also vying for Music Event of the Year for his collaboration "Amen" with Jelly Roll. The event will also feature a diverse group of presenters from various fields, including Super Bowl champion Andrew Whitworth, NASCAR Hall of Famer Carl Edwards, NASCAR driver Corey LaJoie, ACM Award winner Lauren Alaina, Grammy winner Michael Bublé, former NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, and seven-time ACM winner TJ Osborne from Brothers Osborne.
This year's nominations prominently feature female artists, with Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, and Lainey Wilson leading the pack with more nominations than any male artist. The evening will be further enhanced by performances from a wide array of talented musicians, including Avery Anna, Blake Shelton, Carter Faith, Cody Johnson, Dan + Shay, Ella Langley, Jordan Davis, Kacey Musgraves, Kane Brown, Lainey Wilson, Lee Ann Womack, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, Parker McCollum, Riley Green, the Red Clay Strays, Thomas Rhett, Tucker Wetmore, and Zach Top. The ACM Awards, produced by Dick Clark Productions, will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas this Sunday at 8 p.m. ET on Prime Video.
This event underscores the vibrant and evolving landscape of country music, celebrating both established legends and emerging talents. It highlights the power of artistic collaboration and the increasing recognition of female voices within the genre, fostering a sense of community and pushing creative boundaries. Such gatherings not only honor musical achievements but also inspire future generations of artists and fans.