One of the biggest nights in country music is upon us again: the Academy of Country Music Awards. Follow along with The Tennessean's live coverage.

The country star is hosting the ceremony for the first time

The Academy of Country Music Awards 2026 are underway in Las Vegas and the biggest country music stars came out to celebrate.

At the 2026 ACM Awards, hosted by Shania Twain for the first time, Ella Langley, Lainey Wilson, Kacey Musgraves and more country stars brought show-stopping looks to the red carpet May 17.

The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, hosted by Shania Twain, are airing live on Prime Video and Amazon Music from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

Country fashion at the ACM Awards is always a little spicier than it's Nashville counterpart, and the 2026 red carpet didn't disappoint.

Ella Langley has conquered not just the country world but the music world generally this year with her song “Choosin’ Texas.” But for the producers of the Academy of Country Music Awards, this year’s