Chris Stapleton Leads Winners at CMA Awards

The 58th CMA Awards showcased a mix of expected wins and surprises, held live in Nashville. Chris Stapleton emerged as a major winner, taking home three awards, including Male Vocalist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Single of the Year for "White Horse," while also performing multiple times during the event. Morgan Wallen, absent from the ceremony, won the coveted Entertainer of the Year award, marking his first CMA win since 2019, despite not winning in his other six nominated categories. Cody Johnson surprised attendees by winning Album of the Year for "Leather," while Megan Moroney was named New Artist of the Year. Brooks & Dunn celebrated their 15th Vocal Duo of the Year win, and the event featured standout performances from various artists, including an emotional tribute song by Stapleton and Jelly Roll. Overall, the ceremony highlighted both traditional and contemporary influences in country music, with moments of collaboration and nostalgia.