The CMA Awards 2025 lit up Nashville on Wednesday, Nov. 19, delivering a night packed with jaw-dropping wins, viral performances, and OMG-worthy red carpet moments.
Between host Lainey Wilson’s historic sweep and some hilarious happy accidents, fans were left speechless by the mix of glamour, grit, and heartfelt emotion.
Held at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, the CMAs welcomed country’s biggest stars.
From Keith Urban to Kelsea Ballerini, the night was a dazzling showcase of talent, style, and unforgettable energy.
Best Carpet for Kisses
Couples turned the red carpet into a PDA paradise.
Lainey Wilson pecked fiancé Devlin Hodges, Lauren Alaina smooched husband Cam Arnold, and Zach Top cheekily hid a kiss with girlfriend Amelia Taylor. Fans called it “the Jeff Bezos mansion of red carpet romance.”
Best Way to Kick Off the Show
Wilson opened the night with a jaw-dropping medley.
She paid homage to modern hits like Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” and classics like Lady A’s “Need You Now.” Dancing alongside Ella Langley and Gretchen Wilson, she capped it off with an electric duet featuring Keith Urban.
Oops, Zach Top Forgot His Beer
New Artist of the Year winner Zach Top had fans laughing when he walked onstage with a beer in hand.
Unsure if he should set it down, he shrugged, took a swig, and delivered a heartfelt speech while holding both his trophy and drink. Social media lit up, calling it “the most relatable CMA moment ever.”
Worst Night for Beards
Sorry to anyone who spent hours grooming their goatee — this year’s CMAs were all about the mustache.
Several stars rocked bold facial hair, proving that sometimes trends shift in shocking ways.
Better Off Red: Kelsea Ballerini
Kelsea Ballerini stunned in a jaw-dropping red gown that fans couldn’t stop talking about.
Her look was hailed as one of the night’s most viral fashion moments, rivaling the glamour of a Kardashian family headline.
Why It Hits Harder
The CMA Awards 2025 blended heartfelt wins, shocking style choices, and viral humor.
It wasn’t just about trophies — it was about unforgettable cultural moments that fans will be replaying for years.
With Lainey Wilson’s historic sweep, Zach Top’s viral beer moment, and red carpet romance galore, the CMA Awards 2025 left Nashville speechless — proving country’s biggest night is more powerful than ever.
