Time: 2024-05-17
Lainey Wilson and Chris Stapleton emerged as the top winners at the 59th annual ACM Awards held in Frisco, Texas. The event, hosted by Reba McEntire, saw Wilson clinching Entertainer of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, and Event of the Year for her duet 'Save Me' with Jelly Roll. Meanwhile, Stapleton secured Album of the Year, Male Entertainer of the Year, and Artist-Songwriter of the Year accolades. The night was highlighted by a range of non-traditional country artists' performances, including Dua Lipa, Avril Lavigne, Noah Kahan, and Gwen Stefani. Post Malone also made a significant impact by debuting his first country song 'Long Lost Highway.' The ceremony featured various other impressive performances and acknowledgments, with Lainey Wilson and Chris Stapleton leading the pack in terms of prestigious awards won.