Ashley Benson opts for biker chic look in all-black ensemble while out and about in Santa Monica

Among those who Morgan Wallen thanked in his brief Academy of Country Music Awards acceptance speech tonight were “those who showed me grace along the way.”

Kelly Clarkson had one of the best performances of the night at the 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards and it was saved for the last few minutes!

Fire stations across Greater Manchester will host a charity car wash this weekend to help raise vital funds for the people of Ukraine. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service staff have been moved by the unfolding events in Ukraine and want to do what they can to support those fleeing the crisis.

Dolly Parton and Kelsea Ballerini are contributing to country music history! The stars performed together during Monday's 57th Academy Country Music Awards in Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium.MORE: Inside ACM Awards host Dolly Parton's 56-year marriage to husband she met at 18For her performance with Dolly, Kelsea opted for a brighter look, closer to her country roots. She wore a short, baby blue romper with a banquette neckline, voluminous sleeves, and of course, brown cowboy boots.Dolly wasn't far from the country fashion, clad in a lace-up Western-style yellow top and a cowboy hat.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson to perform Dolly Parton tribute at 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards MORE: Exclusive: ACM Awards nominee Carly Pearce pays heartfelt tribute to 'inspirational' Dolly PartonFans went wild over the performance, fawning over how well the two star's voices melded together.

Chris Stapleton is proving he is seriously dad goals! The country star just revealed his son's epic 13th birthday plans, and it is sure to be an unforgettable night for both of them.MORE: Chris Stapleton proves what a doting dad he is as he talks about his childrenDuring Monday's 57th Academy of Country Music Awards – taking place in Las Vegas and hosted by Dolly Parton – the Tennessee Whiskey singer revealed it wasn't only his wife, Morgane Stapleton, who was with him in attendance. As the singer hit the red carpet to answer questions about his imminent performance during the awards, he confessed there was another special occasion going on in his life.WATCH: The Academy of Country Music Awards has a new home and a new streaming platform - find out all you need to knowMORE: All the show-stopping looks from the 2022 ACM AwardsWhile the Stapleton family is notoriously private and little is known about their five children, he did reveal that one of them is attending Monday's show, and for an extra special reason: to celebrate their thirteenth birthday!The night is set to be an emotional one for Chris, as he announced he will be performing a song in tribute to the horrific 2017 Las Vegas shooting at the Route 91 Harvest music festival. Chris and Morgane with two of their five children, Wayland and AdaThe star has previously expressed just how important – and involved – his family is in his music.

We’re not sure what’s more disturbing about this crime, the violence or how little police seem to have to go on so far.

Miranda Lambert has become the eighth country star to win the rare ACM Awards triple-crown award.MORE: Country music fans go wild for Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert news Miranda was named the 2022 Entertainer of the Year award - a first for the singer - and which means that after now winning the ACM category, as well as Female New Artist and Female Artist categories, she has won the coveted triple-crown.WATCH: Get ready for country music's biggest party!Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean are the most recent recipients of the honor.Miranda was in London and unable to be at the stadium and in her acceptance speech for Entertainer of the Year, she said: "I cannot believe I am not there to celebrate, it is the first time I have missed this in 17 years and so my heart is broken."MORE: Inside ACM Awards nominees' jaw-dropping homes: Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert + moreMORE: All the show-stopping looks from the 2022 ACM Awards"I have been waiting for this a long time and I never thought it would happen," she added."Thank you to the country music family for embracing me and supporting me, and also, this one goes out to the singer-songwriter girls out there putting their blood sweat and tears into their guitar strings." Miranda was not there in person to win the coveted awardThis year's Academy of Country Music Awards took place on Monday 7 March at Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium.Viewers enjoyed "wall-to-wall" music during the two-hour show, which streamed coast to coast instead of tape-delayed on Amazon Prime in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.Country music legend Dolly Parton helmed the ceremony and was joined by co-hosts Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen.The show also saw some of country

Chris Stapleton left fans in tears on Monday when he was joined by his wife Morgane as they gave a heartbreaking tribute to the 60 people killed and more than 400 injured after a gunman opened fire in Las Vegas in 2017.MORE: 2022 ACM Awards winners - live updates The singer performed his song Watch You Burn, which was written following the tragic events of October 2017 and which remains the worst mass shooting in U.S. history, at the 2022 ACM Awards alongside a 16-person choir, who joined him on stage surprising fans.

Luke Bryan has driven fans wild as he finally performed his new song, Up, during Monday's 57th Academy of Country Music Awards.MORE: Exclusive: ACM Awards nominee Carly Pearce pays heartfelt tribute to 'inspirational' Dolly PartonLuke teased he would be performing new music for his fans ahead of the awards. He shared a video on his Instagram stories straight from his Las Vegas dressing room, at the city's Allegiant Stadium.

Clayton Echard. ET spoke with the teacher after the taping of Monday's «Women Tell All» special, and she opened up about her exit from, and why she accepted Clayton's apology during the reunion show.When they were reunited, Clayton apologized to Serene for making her wonder if he was ending things because he couldn't reciprocate her confession of love.«I really feel terrible and I want to apologize, because I hope you don’t close off going forward,» Clayton told Serene.

Kelly Clarkson paid tribute to Dolly Parton during the 2022 ACM Awards like only she could.

Clayton Echard just confronted some of his season's most controversial women. During 's «Women Tell All» special on Monday, the leading man was reunited with Shanae and Sarah, two people he sent home under less-than-positive conditions.Up first was Shanae, and Clayton took loads of criticism from Sierra and others for not sending her home when multiple women suggested he do just that.«We had a connection.

Allegations were flying everywhere at the Women Tell All, but Genevieve Parisi couldn’t believe her ears when Bachelor rival Shanae Ankney accused her of sleeping with Bachelorette alum Aaron Clancy.

Taking a break to enjoy the music! While presenting two awards at the 2022 ACM Awards, Luke Grimes and Kelsey Asbille didn’t forget to offer a special shoutout to their hit show Yellowstone.

Rita Ora, Kristen Stewart and Ashley Benson were spotted getting ready to leave Southern California on a private plane, ahead of New York Fashion Week.Ora, 30, Stewart, 31 and Benson, 31, were spotted at an airport in Van Nuys, California, as they got ready to board a private plane.The entertainers were heading to New York Fashion Week, as both Ora and Benson revealed in Instagram story videos from the plane.

The ladies are off to Fashion Week!

Ashley Benson was by herself for a quick trip to Starbucks on Tuesday afternoon.The 31-year-old Pretty Little Liars alum wore a red floral print slip dress with black lace trimming as she picked up a three drink order. The look was finished with black cowboy boots with a heel.This comes after the beauty had lunch with ex-boyfriend Justin Thorne.

Ashley Benson is all smiles as she heads out to lunch in Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon (September 7).

Ashley Benson was spotted out with an old flame over Labor Day weekend.The 31-year-old Pretty Little Liars star enjoyed lunch in Studio City with ex-boyfriend Justin Thorne, 32, who she was reported to have dated in 2010.The pair smiled at each other over an al fresco meal and were later seen driving off in her car together. Back on? Ashley Benson, 31, was seen smiling over lunch with reported ex-boyfriend from 2010 Justin Thorne, 32, in Studio City over the weekendFor the outing Benson was seen wearing high waisted blue jeans and a black crop top with patterned Converse high tops.Her brown locks were tied back in a half bun and she wore glasses on her face while bringing along a pair of sunglasses.

She loves making a fashion statement.And on Thursday, Ashley Benson was spotted with an armload of shopping bags after hitting up the chic Boohoo boutique in West Hollywood, California.The actress, 31, was stylish with a rock and roll edge in a distressed white V-neck T-shirt with the sleeves bunched up at her shoulders. On Thursday: Ashley Benson was spotted with an armload of shopping bags after hitting up the chic Boohoo boutique in West HollywoodShe paired this with black denim skinny jeans that were shredded at one knee.The Pretty Little Liars star sported black suede ankle booties with silver buckles.

She's always chic.And Ashley Benson put her effortless style on display once more while getting a solo lunch in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles on Monday.The Pretty Little Liars actress, 31, looked cool as ever rocking a vintage Foghat tee shirt tucked into tight jeans that were ripped at one knee. Stylish: Ashley Benson looked retro chic while out and about in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles on MondayContinuing the retro-tinged look, Ashley added Gucci boots with red straps and pearl baubles on the heels.She carried her things in a crocodile skin Saint Laurent bag and shaded herself with angular sunglasses.