The 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards took place at the Ford Center at the Star in Frisco, Texas, and were hosted by the beloved Reba McEntire. Fans of country music were treated to a night filled with excitement as the winners were announced live on Prime Video.
Ella Langley led the nominations with an impressive eight nods, followed closely by Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson, and Cody Johnson, each receiving seven nominations. Other notable nominees included Riley Green and Post Malone, who had five nominations each.
Among the presenters at this year’s awards were various country stars including Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, and Wynonna Judd, adding star power to the event. The night also featured an array of performances from artists such as Dan + Shay, Chris Stapleton, and Miranda Lambert, ensuring an evening brimming with entertainment.
Keith Urban was recognized with the ACM Triple Crown Award, a prestigious honor that further solidified his remarkable contributions to country music. The ceremony showcased many notable award categories, with winners including Lainey Wilson for Female Artist of the Year and Chris Stapleton for Male Artist of the Year.
The full list of winners highlights a range of talented artists:
– **Entertainer of the Year**: [Nominees listed, winner not specified]
– **Female Artist of the Year**: Lainey Wilson
– **Male Artist of the Year**: Chris Stapleton
– **Duo of the Year**: Brooks & Dunn
– **Group of the Year**: Old Dominion
– **New Female Artist of the Year**: Ella Langley
– **New Male Artist of the Year**: Zach Top
– **Album of the Year**: [Award finalists not listed, winner not specified]
– **Single of the Year**: “you look like you love me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green
– **Song of the Year**: “Dirt Cheap” by Cody Johnson
– **Music Event of the Year**: “you look like you love me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green
– **Visual Media of the Year**: “you look like you love me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green
– **Songwriter of the Year**: Jessie Jo Dillon
The overall atmosphere of the ACM Awards was celebratory, recognizing the hard work and creativity of the artists over the past year. This year’s winners reflect a strong blend of emerging artists and established stars, signifying a vibrant future for the genre. The awards honor both the present contributions and the future potential of country music, offering hope and encouragement for the next generation of musicians.