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Lainey Wilson Dominates CMA Awards with Stunning Medley

11/25/2025

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Lainey Wilson, a country singer, opened the 2025 CMA Awards with a nine-song medley, including "Redneck Woman" and "Need You Now," captivating the audience.
She won three major awards: Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Album of the Year for Whirlwind.
She expressed gratitude for her fiancé, Devlin "Duck" Hodges, who supports her busy career.
Looking ahead, Wilson plans to continue acting and to tour internationally.

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Story summary

Lainey Wilson, a country singer, opened the 2025 CMA Awards with a nine-song medley, including "Redneck Woman" and "Need You Now," captivating the audience.
She won three major awards: Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Album of the Year for Whirlwind.
She expressed gratitude for her fiancé, Devlin "Duck" Hodges, who supports her busy career.
Looking ahead, Wilson plans to continue acting and to tour internationally.