The 59th CMA Awards Unveil Star-Studded Presenter Lineup and New Performers

Lainey Wilson hosts Country Music’s Biggest Night as the CMA and ABC reveal A-list presenters, new performances, and a behind-the-scenes TikTok experience ahead of the November 19 live broadcast.
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Country Music’s Biggest Night is turning up the excitement yet again. With the 59th Annual CMA Awards just around the corner, the Country Music Association and ABC have revealed a packed roster of presenters, special guests, and newly added performers—making this year’s ceremony one of the most stacked lineups yet. 



What’s Happening:

  • Hosted by reigning entertainer Lainey Wilson, the live broadcast airs from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 8 p.m. EST on ABC, with streaming available the next day on Hulu.
  • This year’s presenters and special guests represent a blend of country icons, Hollywood favorites, comedy heavy-hitters, and chart-toppers across genres. 
  • Appearing throughout the night will be:
    • Lady A
    • Alison Brown
    • Jessica Capshaw
    • Billy Ray Cyrus
    • Lauren Daigle
    • Jordan Davis
    • Elizabeth Hurley
    • Cody Johnson
    • Bert Kreischer
    • Brandon Lake
    • Ella Langley
    • Steve Martin
    • Leanne Morgan
    • NE-YO
    • Chris O’Donnell
    • Kimberly Perry
    • LeAnn Rimes
    • Alan Ritchson
    • Lara Spencer
    • Billy Bob Thornton
    • Grace Van Patten
    • Gretchen Wilson
    • Bailey Zimmerman
  • Country heavyweights Keith Urban and Little Big Town have officially been added to the performance lineup. They join previously announced acts including:
    • Kelsea Ballerini
    • BigXthaPlug
    • Brandi Carlile
    • Kenny Chesney
    • Luke Combs
      Riley Green 
    • Miranda Lambert 
    • Ella Langley
    • Patty Loveless
    • Megan Moroney
    • Old Dominion
    • The Red Clay Strays
    • Shaboozey
    • Chris Stapleton
    • Zach Top
    • Tucker Wetmore
    • Lainey Wilson
    • Stephen Wilson Jr.
  • Fans will also get unprecedented access through CMA Awards Backstage Live, a second-screen TikTok experience hosted by Lauren Alaina (@laurenalaina) and HaleyyBaylee (@haleyybaylee). 
  • Streaming throughout the evening on CMA’s TikTok channel, the live coverage will feature Red carpet arrivals, Artist and celebrity interviews, Real-time winner reactions, and Behind-the-scenes moments as trophies are awarded.
  • The 59th Annual CMA Awards is produced by the Country Music Association, with Robert Deaton as executive producer, Alan Carter as director, and Jon Macks serving as head writer.


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