Morgan Wallen Skips 2025 ACM Awards Despite Seven Nominations

Morgan Wallen, a leading nominee with seven nods including Entertainer of the Year at the 2025 Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, was notably absent from the ceremony held in Frisco, Texas. Instead of attending, Wallen shared Instagram posts showing him golfing with NFL legend Tom Brady, continuing a pattern of skipping major award shows despite multiple nominations, including the 2025 Grammys and 2024 CMAs. Wallen's absence at award shows has been linked to past controversies and his apparent disinterest in traditional award show appearances, despite winning prestigious honors like Entertainer of the Year at the CMAs. The country star’s relationship with Brady, highlighted by recent interactions and a golf challenge, underscores his focus outside of the music awards circuit. His new album, "I'm The Problem," was set to release shortly after the ACMs, which some speculate may have influenced his decision to skip the event. While fans and critics have reacted variously to his absence and recent merchandise launches, Wallen’s actions suggest a deliberate distancing from award show culture.