ACM Awards Photo Gallery: See Ella Langley, Kacey Musgraves, Shania Twain, Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert and Other Stars on the Red Carpet and Backstage
The Academy of Country Music Awards took place on May 17, 2026, in Las Vegas, showcasing numerous country stars on the red carpet and during performances. Ella Langley emerged as the biggest winner of the night, taking home seven awards, while Cody Johnson won the coveted Entertainer of the Year. The event featured a variety of performances and fashion statements from artists like Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert, and Shania Twain, who hosted the show.
- ▪Ella Langley won seven awards at the ACM Awards, including five categories.
- ▪Cody Johnson received his first Entertainer of the Year award.
- ▪The event featured performances from numerous artists, including Kacey Musgraves and Miranda Lambert.
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Home Music News May 17, 2026 11:08pm PT ACM Awards Photo Gallery: See Ella Langley, Kacey Musgraves, Shania Twain, Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert and Other Stars on the Red Carpet and Backstage By Chris Willman Plus Icon Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic ChrisWillman Latest Ella Langley Sweeps ACM Awards With Seven Wins; Cody Johnson Wins His First Entertainer of the Year Prize 3 hours ago ACM Awards Producers on What to Expect Sunday Night: Shania’s First Country Hosting Gig, Show’s Return to Vegas, 17 Performances in 2½ Hours and Meeting the Ella Langley Moment 10 hours ago Happy 60th Birthday, ‘Pet Sounds’: Beach Boys Mike Love, Al Jardine and Bruce Johnston Recall the Making and Aftermath of One of Rock’s Greatest Albums 14 hours ago See All Variety If you…
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