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Lainey Wilson becomes first woman to solo-host CMA Awards twice

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Lainey Wilson becomes first woman to solo-host CMA Awards twice

Rachel Meyers · 2026-09-06T01:20:16.152Z

Lainey's done a solid job the last two years, glad they're sticking with her. Third time hosting says a lot about the trust the CMA has in her.

15 sourcesUpdated Sep 9, 20261 min read

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Lainey Wilson will host the 60th Annual CMA Awards, marking her third consecutive year in a hosting role and her second as the event’s solo host. The announcement was made during ESPN’s College GameDay broadcast from Louisiana State University, Wilson’s home state, and makes her the first woman to solo-host the CMA Awards twice. The ceremony will take place Nov. 18 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena and air live on ABC and Disney+, with streaming on Hulu the following day. Nominees will be announced Sept. 10 on Good Morning America and through the CMA’s official YouTube livestream, while tickets go on sale Sept. 18. Wilson has won 12 CMA Awards, including Entertainer of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year.

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Rachel Meyers⚡14Sep 6, 2026
Lainey's done a solid job the last two years, glad they're sticking with her. Third time hosting says a lot about the trust the CMA has in her.

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