Lainey Wilson Wins Multiple ACM Awards Including Entertainer of Year

At the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards held in Frisco, Texas, Lainey Wilson was the standout winner, securing four awards including Entertainer of the Year for the second consecutive year, Female Artist of the Year for the third year in a row, Album of the Year for 'Whirlwind,' and Artist-Songwriter of the Year. Wilson's back-to-back wins in the top category mark a historic achievement, making her the first woman to do so since Taylor Swift in 2009-10. She expressed gratitude and humility in her acceptance speech, acknowledging support from fellow artists and fans while sharing her experience with imposter syndrome. Ella Langley also made a significant impact, winning five awards including New Female Artist of the Year and multiple honors for her duet with Riley Green, "You Look Like You Love Me." Additionally, Jessie Jo Dillon won Songwriter of the Year for the second consecutive year, while Wilson was surprised with the Artist-Songwriter of the Year award in a backstage ceremony, highlighting her extensive songwriting contributions to her nominated album. The awards show was hosted by Reba McEntire and streamed live on Prime Video and Amazon Music on Twitch.