The 59th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards took place on May 16, 2024, in Frisco, Texas. Hosted by Reba McEntire, the event honored the genre's top talents and featured memorable performances from various artists. Here are some highlights from the night:
Lainey Wilson was a big winner at this year's ACM Awards. She took home three awards: Entertainer of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, and Event of the Year for her duet with Jelly Roll titled 'Save Me.' Wilson delivered an emotional acceptance speech during each award presentation.
Chris Stapleton also had a successful night at the ACM Awards. He won Album of the Year for his album 'Higher,' Male Entertainer of the Year, and Artist-Songwriter of the Year. Stapleton's powerful performances left audiences in awe.
Post Malone made his country music debut during the show by performing two new songs, 'Long Lost Highway' and 'I Had Some Help,' from his upcoming album. The rapper received mixed reactions from fans and critics alike.
Other notable winners include Megan Moroney (Female New Artist of the Year), Nate Smith (Male New Artist of the Year), Jessie Jo Dillon (Songwriter of the Year), Old Dominion (Group of the Year), Luke Combs ('Fast Car' - Single of the Year), and Jordan Davis ('Next Thing You Know' - Song of the year).
The ACM Awards also featured several exciting collaborations, such as Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson performing 'Save Me,' Dolly Parton joining Maren Morris for a medley of her hits, and Miranda Lambert teaming up with Elle King for a powerful rendition of 'Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home).'
Despite the excitement, there were some controversies during the show. For instance, Bailee Madison faced backlash for her comments about growing up on the set of 'Pretty Little Liars.' Additionally, Netflix confirmed plans for a 'Happy Gilmore' sequel and released a new trailer for 'Wicked,' featuring Ariana Grande's rendition of 'Popular.'
Overall, the 2024 ACM Awards were an unforgettable night filled with memorable performances, heartfelt speeches, and unexpected surprises. Stay tuned for more updates on your favorite country music stars.