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Express Tribune
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Kelsea Ballerini addresses Lainey Wilson after ACM Awards sweep and social media buzz
Kelsea Ballerini has publicly addressed the results of the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards, where she went home without a win despite three nominations. The country star took to Instagram on May 10 to clarify her stance following speculation that she was upset about Lainey Wilson's sweep of major categories. 'Just stopping in to say I respect the hell out of laineywilson. As an artist, entertainer, and friend,' Ballerini posted to her Instagram Stories. 'A deserving queen.' At the ACM Awards held on May 8, Ballerini was nominated for Entertainer of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, and Music Event of the Year (alongside Noah Kahan). All three categories went to other artists, with Wilson taking home two of them. Following the ceremony, Ballerini shared a photo referencing the iconic 'And none for Gretchen Wieners' scene from Mean Girls, prompting mixed reactions online. Her boyfriend, actor Chase Stokes, also posted on Instagram calling her his 'Entertainer of the Year.' While some social media users criticized the posts as unprofessional, others defended Ballerini, citing her consistent talent and multiple award show snubs. My fingers slamming the like button on every tweet about Kelsea ballerini getting snubbed AGAIN. Girl had 2 back to back wildly successful albums (both with deluxe versions) & an arena tour. — just a girl💚🦋 (@courtlynn3695) May 9, 2025 isn't the first time Ballerini has lost out to Wilson—she also faced disappointment at the 2024 Grammy Awards in the Best Country Album category. Despite more than a dozen ACM nominations since 2015, she has not won since her early career breakthrough. Still, Ballerini emphasized that acknowledging loss and celebrating others can go hand in hand. 'Two things can be true,' she said in a past statement, highlighting the complexity of awards show emotions.
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
2025 ACM Awards: Lainey Wilson, Kelsea Ballerini, Nicole Kidman and more stars
2025 ACM Awards: Lainey Wilson, Kelsea Ballerini, Nicole Kidman and more stars | Photos Lainey Wilson and Ella Langley won big at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards. See Photos ...read more 1 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 8: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Lainey Wilson, winner of the Entertainer of the Year award, poses during the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at The Ford Center at The Star on May 8, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Omar Vega / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 2 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. (L-R) Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini attend the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 3 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Carly Pearce attends the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 4 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Host Reba McEntire speaks onstage during the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at The Ford Center at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 5 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout Reba McEntire reacts during the 60th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards in Frisco, Texas, U.S., May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni(REUTERS) 6 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban attend the 60th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards in Frisco, Texas, U.S., May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Kaylee Greenlee Beal TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY(REUTERS) 7 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout Eric Church performs during the 60th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards in Frisco, Texas, U.S., May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY(REUTERS) 8 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Carly Pearce attends the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 9 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 8: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Ella Langley, winner of the Single of The Year Award, poses in the press room during the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at The Ford Center at The Star on May 8, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Omar Vega / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 10 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Jelly Roll attends the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 11 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. (L-R) Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini attend the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 12 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. (L-R) Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, Karen Fairchild, and Jimi Westbrook of Little Big Town attend the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) 13 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY. Kelsea Ballerini attends the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas./AFP (Photo by Jason Kempin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP)
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nicole Kidman Says Goodbye to Her Met Gala Bob Haircut in Architectural Monse Look for 2025 ACM Awards With Keith Urban
Nicole Kidman's bob era was short-lived. A few days after her Met Gala appearance, the actress debuted a new long, straight hairstyle at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday, while there to support her husband, Keith Urban. Kidman wore an architectural look from Monse's fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection. Her outfit featured a sleeveless black leather top with a high neckline and subtle paneling. The armor-like top was paired with black tailored trousers, layered with an asymmetric, draped skirt overlay. Classic black pumps completed the outfit. More from WWD Rare and New Designer Watches Were Trending on the Met Gala 2025 Red Carpet: Serena Williams Wearing Audemars Piguet, Nicole Kidman Wearing Omega's 'Saphette' and More WGSN and Coloro Single Out 'Luminous Blue' as 2027 'Color of the Year' Nicole Kidman to Receive Kering's 'Women in Motion' Award in Cannes Jason Bolden styled Kidman for the occasion. Bolden has been working with Kidman for years and was also responsible for her 2025 Met Gala look. At Monday's event, the actress wore a re-creation of a 1950s couture gown by Cristóbal Balenciaga, created by Balenciaga's current creative director, Demna. At the event, Kidman also sported a blond slicked-back bob created by hairstylist Adir Abergel. 'The inspiration was a tailored short cut that brought out the essence of dandyism on Nicole Kidman. I wanted to celebrate this year's theme by honoring the dandies and their individuality, elegance and confidence — where every detail is tailored to that unique person,' Abergel wrote on Instagram. At the 2025 ACM Awards, Urban coordinated with his wife in a velvety, black suit. The country singer received the honorary ACM Triple Crown Award. 'My wife, Nicole Mary, is here tonight. I love you, babygirl. And our girls Sunday and Faith watching at home tonight, I love you both, too,' Urban said during his acceptance speech, nodding to Kidman's recent movie, 'Babygirl.' View Gallery Launch Gallery: Nicole Kidman Favors Edgy Flair, LeAnn Rimes Goes Sheer and More ACM Awards 2025 Red Carpet Arrivals Photos, Live Updates Best of WWD Celebrities Wearing Zara: From Melania Trump's Controversial Coat to Kate Middleton's Blazer Collection [PHOTOS] The Stories Behind Audrey Hepburn's Wedding Dresses and What Happened to the Gown That Never Made It Down the Aisle La La Anthony's Style Through the Years: Met Gala Looks, MTV Days and More Photos
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
Nicole Kidman, Kelsea Ballerini and more looks from the 2025 ACM Awards
Celebrities including Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman and Kelsea Ballerini descended on The Star in Frisco, Texas, on Thursday to attend the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards. Urban and Kidman posed in monochromatic black ensembles on the red carpet, Kidman in a high-neck top with long straight hair, a stark contrast to the side-swept, neck-length cut she showed off at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday night. Ballerini, stood out in a sequined V-neck gown featuring a tulle skirt and a chic, contrasting black bra top layered over the sequins. She completed the ensemble with glowy glam and a soft, low ponytail. Shaboozey, also in attendance, wore a Western studded jacket and pants with fringe details, boots and matching gloves. Continue below for more red carpet looks. Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman Kelsea Ballerini Shaboozey Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton Reba McEntire Lee Ann Womack Jelly Roll Brittney Spencer Lainey Wilson
San Francisco Chronicle
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
AP PHOTOS: Red carpet fashion at the Academy of Country Music Awards
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards are taking place Thursday at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, just north of Dallas. This year marks the 60th annual edition of the ceremony and Reba McEntire will once again host. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
