CMA Awards 2025: Complete Winners List
The 2025 CMA Awards celebrated a standout evening for female artists on November 19, with host Lainey Wilson leading the pack. Wilson earned the coveted title of Entertainer of the Year and her album, *Whirlwind*, was awarded Album of the Year. Ella Langley also shone brightly, securing a significant win in the evening’s festivities.
CMA Awards 2025: Complete Winners List
The night was filled with exciting moments and accolades across various categories. Below is a comprehensive list of the winners:
Major Awards
- Entertainer of the Year: Lainey Wilson
- Single of the Year: “You Look Like You Love Me” – Ella Langley & Riley Green
- Album of the Year: *Whirlwind* – Lainey Wilson
- Song of the Year: “You Look Like You Love Me” – Riley Green, Ella Langley, Aaron Raitiere
- Female Vocalist of the Year: Lainey Wilson
- Male Vocalist of the Year: Cody Johnson
- Vocal Group of the Year: The Red Clay Strays
- Vocal Duo of the Year: Brooks & Dunn
- New Artist of the Year: Zach Top
Special Categories
- Musical Event of the Year: “Pour Me a Drink” – Post Malone (feat. Blake Shelton)
- Musician of the Year: Paul Franklin – Steel Guitar
- Music Video of the Year: “You Look Like You Love Me” – Ella Langley & Riley Green
Broadcast Awards Highlights
The CMA Broadcast Awards recognized excellent radio shows and personalities. Here are some of the major winners:
- Weekly National Broadcast Personality: “Country Countdown USA with Lon Helton”
- Daily National Broadcast Personality: “The Rob and Holly Show”
- Major Market Personality: “Chris Carr & Company”
- Large Market Personality: “The Q Morning Crew w/ Mike & Amanda”
- Medium Market Personality: “Mo & StyckMan”
- Small Market Personality: “Ben & Arnie”
Radio Station Winners
| Market Size | Winner |
|---|---|
| Major Market | KKBQ – Houston |
| Large Market | WUBE – Cincinnati |
| Medium Market | WIVK – Knoxville |
| Small Market | WXBQ – Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, Tenn.-Va. |
The 2025 CMA Awards recognized exceptional talent and showcased the vibrant future of country music. With Lainey Wilson and Ella Langley leading the way, this celebration marked a memorable night filled with inspiring performances and well-deserved honors.
