Morgan Wallen Wins Album of the Year at ACM Awards 2022, One Year After Being Banned from Show

Dolly Parton may have dazzled as host of the recent ACM Awards but there was something weighing heavily on her mind which she's since opened up about. On the night of the country music ceremony, Dolly took a moment to think about the people of Ukraine and send prayers to the citizens of the war-stricken country. MORE: Inside Dolly Parton's 56 year marriage to husband she met when she was 18During a virtual appearance on the UK's The One Show, Dolly explained why she felt she had to cast light on it and shift the focus to a more serious one. WATCH: Dolly Parton makes heartfelt confession about hosting ACM Awards "Well," she said. "I felt that it was not only important but urgent to do it because there's so much grief and so much sorrow.

Dolly Parton dedicated the 57th Academy of Country Music awards to the people of Ukraine on Monday (7 March). Opening the ceremony in Las Vegas, the “9 to 5” singer, who is famously apolitical, said: “Now, I don’t want to be political and this is not. I’d rather pass a kidney stone than do that.

Miranda Lambert was on cloud nine on Tuesday as she continued to revel in her win from the ACM Awards. The singer took to Instagram with a clip from the previous night's excitement during which Dolly Parton announced Miranda had been crowned Entertainer of the Year. MORE: Miranda Lambert reveals her 'heart is broken' during emotional appearance Alongside the snippet, the star wrote: "I can't believe this is happening. Beyond thankful.

57th Academy of Country Music Awards on Monday, and she reacted to winning the New Female Artist of the Year award ahead of the big show in Las Vegas, Nevada.«Honestly, I feel like it hits me every hour. I'm like, 'Huh, who in the world let me in here?' That's kind of how I feel,» Wilson admitted. «I'm just honored.

Morgan Wallen won Album Of The Year at last night’s Academy of Country Music Awards (March 7) a year after he was suspended by his record label for using a racial slur.Wallen sparked controversy back in February 2021 after footage of him yelling a racial slur outside his home in Nashville surfaced. After issuing an apology, he was subsequently dropped by a number of radio stations and temporarily suspended from his label, Big Loud.Wallen was also barred from attending and being nominated at last year’s ACM Awards, while he was banned from attending November’s CMA Awards despite being nominated.Despite this, sales of Wallen’s album ‘Dangerous’ surged in the US and he maintained the Number One spot on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart in the US for a record-breaking 10 weeks.Wallen’s January 2021-released ‘Dangerous: The Double Album’, which was released via Big Loud and Republic Records, won Album Of The Year at last night’s ceremony at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.And ACM Album of the Year goes to… Dangerous: The Double Album by @MorganWallen! #ACMawards pic.twitter.com/4AcbMY0Zyf— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) March 8, 2022Wallen did not address the racism controversy directly during his acceptance speech at the ACM Awards, but he did thank those who had “shown me grace along the way”.While Wallen’s victory in the category was celebrated by his fans, the ACM Awards was also criticised online for their decision to award the singer with the honour.

took home the New Male Artist of the Year Award at Monday's 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards and is less than a month away from his wedding to fiancée, Hallie Ray Light. ET's Cassie DiLaura spoke with McCollum about his big win on Monday at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. «I mean, you look at everybody that's won New Male Artist of the Year at the ACMs — Rodney Crowell, Eddie Rabbitt, Randy Travis — it's a long, long list. So it's a good list to be on,» McCollum told ET. As for how he'll celebrate the win, the performer planned to enjoy his time in Las Vegas. «I'm probably gonna go out and get sauced tonight in Vegas, so no holding back,» he teased. By his side on the red carpet was his fiancée, and McCollum couldn't help but gush about his future bride. «The best version of me comes out when I've got her around, so she won't be going anywhere,» he shared. The couple's wedding is coming up and McCollum is ready for that walk down the aisle. «We got like three weeks 'til the big day, so it's getting close.

2022 Academy of Country Music Awards aired live from Las Vegas this year at the Allegiant Stadium for a celebration of the biggest names in country music.Hosted by an impressive trio including Country queen Dolly Parton as well as talented rising stars Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett, Monday's show featured a slew of incredible performances, some surprising victories and truly touching acceptance speeches.Here's a look at all the highlights from Monday's big show that you'll still be thinking about tomorrow.You can't host Country Music's Party of the Year in Vegas without bringing in @JimmieAllen and @GabbyBarrett_ to perform «Viva Las Vegas» and «Let's Go To Vegas.» Tune in now to the #ACMawards on @PrimeVideo. pic.twitter.com/WGJJdrOCVhWith the ACM Awards returning to Las Vegas, it only made sense that Allen and Barrett would kick things off with a celebration of the party city.

Hosted by Dolly Parton alongside by co-hosts Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett, the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards was a the two-hour concert event of the year live streamed globally on Prime Video tonight from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

2022 Academy of Country Music Awards saw the likes of Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton picking up coveted trophies, and performances from Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini and Kelly Clarkson.MORE: Kelly Clarkson stuns in bodycon dress during Dolly Parton tribute at ACM AwardsThe ceremony took place on Monday 7 March at Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium, and 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.WATCH: Dolly Parton kicks off 2022 ACM AwardsCountry music legend Dolly Parton helmed the ceremony and was joined by co-hosts Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen but HELLO! was behind the scenes and below are several fun moments from your favorite stars...MORE: Carrie Underwood wows in leg-lengthening micro shorts at ACM AwardsCountry stars including Tenille Townes spoke to HELLO! and many of them shared that Dolly Parton was their dream collaborator."I really do feel so inspired that Dolly Parton is in the house, anything around her would be a dream come true," Tenille told us, when asked who she would love to perform with, dead or alive.

Morgan Wallen won big at the Academy of Country Music Awards Monday night. The 28-year-old singer took home the Album of the Year Award for, one year after his major controversy.Wallen, who was nominated for four ACM awards Monday, was banned from the academy's 2021 show after he was caught on camera using a racial slur.

Carrie Underwood has paid tribute to the "wonderful" Miranda Lambert as the singer finally wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2022 ACM Awards.SEE: All the show-stopping looks from the 2022 ACM AwardsMiranda had been nominated several times over an almost two-decade career, but this was her first win; she was unable to be at the ceremony in person as she was performing in London. Backstage with the press, however, Carrie praised Miranda and shared how the win was "long overdue".WATCH: Carrie Underwood 'couldn't be more proud of sister' Miranda Lambert "It is always wonderful because there are so many incredibly talented women in this genre, and Miranda is long overdue for winning this award so I couldn't be more proud of her as a sister in this genre of music and in this industry," Carrie said."There were a lot incredible females on stage tonight and I look forward to more of that happening."READ: Why the ACM Awards has left some music fans venting their frustrationMORE: Inside ACM Awards nominees' jaw-dropping homes: Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert + moreMiranda was named the 2022 Entertainer of the Year award - a first for the singer and the Academy's highest 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." Carrie shared her praise after winning Single of the Year"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

Chris Stapleton posed with his wife Morgane and their two oldest kids Monday at the Academy of Country Music Awards at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.The 43-year-old musical artist, who won the honors for Male Artist of the Year at the show, was seen during entrances with his wife Morgane, 39, and daughter Ada and son Waylon.Stapleton donned a brown cowboy hat with a black suit with a black button-up top and brown boots. The latest:Chris Stapleton, 43, posed with wife Morgane, 39, and their two oldest kids, Ada and Waylon, on Monday at the Academy of Country Music Awards at Allegiant Stadium in Las VegasMorgane, a songwriter who is mother to five children with the performer, donned a red coat over a red dress with her blonde locks down and parted during entrances.In his acceptance speech for Male Artist of the Year - in which he bested a field including Morgan Wallen, Jimmie Allen, Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett - said he was 'so grateful' for his place in the country music industry.

Thomas Rhett nearly lost his pants at the Academy of Country Music Awards Monday night.ET's Cassie DiLaura spoke to the country music artist ahead of the show, where he revealed the wardrobe malfunction he had that him asking us to keep our cameras strictly above the waist.«My zipper fell off right before, so I'm taped up,» Rhett revealed. «So, I'm trying to stand really still right now, so make sure the camera's just like right here.»Rhett, who was up for Male Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, and performed twice at the awards show, had plenty of outfits to change into.

Miranda Lambert won the biggest prize of the night at the ACM Awards on Monday after being crowned Entertainer of the Year.MORE: Inside country music singers' jaw-dropping homes: Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood + moreBut her joy over finally scooping the coveted title was tinged with sadness as she revealed her heartbreak during an emotional acceptance speech. Miranda was unable to attend the Las Vegas ceremony as she is currently in London, England, for a string of upcoming shows.WATCH: Country music's biggest party hit Las VegasSpeaking to host Dolly Parton via video link from her hotel room, Miranda admitted she was heartbroken to be missing the ceremony for the first time in 17 years."Dolly, oh my gosh, I can't believe it," she said of her win.

A virtual acceptance! Miranda Lambert won Entertainer of the Year at the 2022 ACM Awards on Monday, March 7, but the singer couldn’t actually accept the honor in person.

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.

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.

Dad’s night out! Months after Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins welcomed their fourth daughter, the singer stepped out solo to celebrate country music at the 2022 ACM Awards.

Red carpet ready. Morgan Wallen returned to the 2022 ACM Awards after previously being barred from attending in the wake of his N-word scandal.