Lainey Wilson returns to host “The 59th Annual CMA Awards,” airing live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 19 on ABC and next day on Hulu. Photo Credit: Robby Klein/Disney

Big Night For Lainey Wilson At The CMA Awards

By: Cheryl Johnstone

20/11/2025

Country Music News

The 59th Annual Country Music Association Awards is officially in the books, and “Country Music’s Biggest Night” did not disappoint.

Lainey Wilson hosted and took home three awards, including Entertainer of the Year.

Ella Langeley and Riley Green also won three CMA’s for their duet “You Look Like You Love Me.”

Here’s who won in every category:

Entertainer of the Year: Lainey Wilson

Female Vocalist of the Year: Lainey Wilson

Male Vocalist of the Year: Cody Johnson

New Artist of the Year: Zach Top

Vocal Group of the Year:  The Red Clay Strays

Vocal Duo of the Year: Brooks & Dunn. That now brings their CMA total to 20. They have the most in history.

Album of the Year: “Whirlwind” by Lainey Wilson

Single of the Year: “You Look Like You Love Me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green

Song of the Year: “You Look Like You Love Me” written by Ella Langley, Riley Green, and Aaron Raitiere

Music Video of the Year: “You Look Like You Love Me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green

Musical Event of the Year: “Pour Me a Drink” by Post Malone featuring Blake Shelton

Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award: Vince Gill

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