URGENT UPDATE: The Country Music Association has just announced a star-studded lineup of presenters for the highly anticipated 59th Annual CMA Awards, hosted by Lainey Wilson. This year’s ceremony promises to be a spectacular showcase of talent, featuring an impressive array of presenters and performers.
The CMA Awards will air live on November 19, 2023, at 8 PM EST/7 PM CST on ABC, with streaming available the next day on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+. Get ready for a night filled with heartfelt performances and exciting presentations, as the country music community comes together to celebrate its biggest night.
Among the musical presenters are renowned artists such as Cody Johnson, Billy Ray Cyrus, and Lady A. Additional presenters include banjoist Alison Brown, Gretchen Wilson, and rising stars like Bailey Zimmerman and Megan Moroney. The television and film world is also represented, with appearances from Steve Martin, star of “Only Murders in the Building,” and Jessica Capshaw from “9-1-1: Nashville.”
The excitement doesn’t stop there! The event will also feature performances from Keith Urban and Little Big Town, along with other top-tier acts such as Kelsea Ballerini, Brandi Carlile, and Luke Combs. This year’s ceremony will honor legendary country artist Vince Gill with the prestigious Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, highlighting his significant contributions to the genre.
Fans are invited to catch the action before the main event with the live streaming pre-show, “On The Red Carpet at the CMA Awards,” starting at 5 PM ET/2 PM PT. The pre-show will feature live interviews with nominees, performers, and presenters, along with exclusive red carpet fashion coverage. Viewers can stream the pre-show and the awards ceremony live at OnTheRedCarpet.com, CMAAwards.com, YouTube.com/OnTheRedCarpet, and Hulu.
This announcement adds to the excitement surrounding the CMA Awards, underscoring the event’s significance in country music. As anticipation builds, be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for a captivating evening of music and celebration!
