Country music star Lauren Alaina is set to co-host the CMA Awards Backstage Live, offering fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look during the 59th CMA Awards broadcast on Wednesday night. Partnering with HaleyyBaylee, Alaina will engage audiences on TikTok multiple times throughout the event, starting from the red carpet and concluding after the last award is handed out. The coverage will include live interviews with artists and celebrities, real-time reactions from winners, and highlights from one of country music’s biggest nights.
In the lead-up to the awards, Alaina is also featured in a special ABC primetime segment titled “Center Stage: Countdown to the CMA Awards — Special Edition of 20/20,” hosted by Luke Bryan. This segment showcases her participation in the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration, where she shares personal anecdotes and behind-the-scenes experiences of performing in the iconic venue known for launching the careers of country music legends.
This week, Alaina will make an appearance at Variety’s inaugural Interview Lounge, which is being held in partnership with the CMA Awards at Nashville’s Anzie Blue. The lounge, sponsored by Duke Cannon, will host interviews with this year’s nominees and notable country artists, including Megan Moroney, Dan + Shay, Old Dominion, and more.
Next week, Alaina is scheduled to further showcase her talent during the 9 a.m. hour of “The Today Show,” where she will perform her hit song “All My Exes” alongside Chase Matthew. This latest single is gaining traction at country radio, having been the most-added song for two consecutive weeks and achieving the highest first-week streaming numbers of Alaina’s career.
With a string of high-profile appearances and exciting events, Lauren Alaina continues to solidify her presence in the country music scene, captivating fans and followers alike.