Lainey Wilson to Host 60th CMA Awards

Country music star Lainey Wilson is set to return as host for the 60th Annual CMA Awards, marking her third consecutive year in the role. The announcement was made on Saturday, September 5, 2026, during ESPN's College GameDay, which broadcast live from Louisiana State University in Wilson's home state. This year's ceremony will celebrate a significant milestone, honoring 60 years of country music's biggest achievements. The 60th Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on ABC and Disney+. The show will be available to stream the following day on Hulu. This marks Wilson's second consecutive year hosting the event solo, having previously co-hosted in 2024 with Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning. Wilson, a 12-time CMA Award winner, expressed her enthusiasm for returning to the hosting duties. "I couldn't be more excited to be hosting the CMA Awards again this year, especially with it being the 60th anniversary," she stated. "I've had so much fun hosting the last two years, and this one's going to be extra special.