“Starry Night: Highlights from the 2024 CMT Music Awards”
The 2024 CMT Music Awards dazzled at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, with country music’s biggest stars gracing the event hosted by Kelsea Ballerini.
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The star-studded red carpet saw appearances from luminaries including Ballerini herself, Trisha Yearwood, Jelly Roll, Brandi Cyrus, rapper GloRilla, and the renowned group Little Big Town. Also making waves were Keith Urban, Cody Johnson, Mickey Guyton, Chayce Beckham, and a host of others. Notably, collaborators from Beyoncé’s chart-topping album “Cowboy Carter,” such as Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy, and Reyna Roberts, added to the glitz of the evening.
In addition to her hosting duties, Ballerini emerged as one of the leading nominees this year, alongside Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, and Megan Moroney, each securing three nominations. Ballerini kicked off the ceremony with a lighthearted monologue, poking fun at her viral reaction to Lainey Wilson’s Grammy win, showcasing her wit and charm.
The ceremony paid tribute to the legendary Toby Keith, who passed away earlier in the year. Lainey Wilson, rocker Sammy Hagar, and Brooks & Dunn led the homage, accompanied by Keith’s longtime backing band, while Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemens made poignant appearances.
The ambiance was electric, with Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Ashley McBryde, Kelsea Ballerini, Willie Jones, Melissa Etheridge, Mickey Guyton, Keith Urban, and Trisha Yearwood among the luminaries who graced the occasion, adding to the unforgettable moments of the 2024 CMT Music Awards.
