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Lainey Wilson hosts "The 60th Annual CMA Awards" taking place Wednesday, November 18, 2026 live on ABC, Disney+ and next day on Hulu. Disney/Robby Klein Lainey Wilson will return to the role of CMA Awards host when Country Music’s Biggest Night airs live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on November 18.
This marks the third straight year that Wilson has hosted the award show — which will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2026 — and the second straight year she served as solo host; her first time in the role, Wilson co-hosted with Luke Bryan in 2024.
“I couldn’t be more excited to be hosting the CMA Awards again this year, especially with it being the 60th anniversary,” Wilson, a 12-time CMA Award winner including Entertainer of the Year in 2025, said in a statement. “I’ve had so much fun hosting the last two years, and this one’s going to be extra special. Can’t wait to see y’all in November!”
Wilson announced her CMA Awards hosting return Saturday on ESPN College GameDay, which broadcast from Louisiana State University in Wilson’s home state.
