From red carpet fashion to emotional acceptance speeches, this year's ACM Awards were full of memorable moments. But the highlight of the show was undoubtedly the star-studded line-up of performances, from Dua Lipa's surprise performance with Chris Stapleton to Reba McIntyre's stunning closing number.
Lainey Wilson opened the show — produced by Dick Clark Productions — with a cover of “God Blessed Texas,” a fitting tribute given the ceremony's location in Frisco, Texas. Advertising signThe latest cover star went on to sing her new single 'Hang Tight Honey' just hours before she won entertainer of the year later in the evening.
The ceremony also featured knockout showcases from Jelly Roll — who went on to take home music event of the year for his “Save Me” collaboration with Wilson — as well as Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, Miranda Lambert and Thomas Rhett. Several notable duets also took place on the 2024 ACM stage, with Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani appearing for a husband-and-wife duet of their song “Purple Irises” and Noah Kahan joining Kelsea Ballerini for a joint performance of “Stick Season” and “Mountain With a View.”
In addition, Stapleton surprised the entire world when Dua Lipa joined him on stage for a duet. Higher track “Think I'm in Love With You.” Later, the country girl maker said Advertising sign that the show came together in just two days, while the “Levitating” singer revealed that “a lot of zip-lining with hoodies and running in and out of the arena” was involved in keeping their rehearsals a secret.
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