Digging through the roots of your 2025 ACM New Female Artist of the Year. This past weekend, Ella Langley got the surprise of a lifetime on stage during her Rock the Country set. A video message from Miranda Lambert popped up with a game-changing announcement: Ella had just been named the Academy of Country Music’s 2025 New Female Artist of the Year. “But I’m also here to tell you some news,” Lambert said. “You, my friend, have won New Female Artist of the Year for the ACM Awards this year. We are going to celebrate so big in Dallas, Texas,…
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Zach Top’s Girlfriend, Amelia Taylor, Speaks Out Against Online Hate: “I’m Human Too” Amelia Taylor, the girlfriend of rising country star Zach Top, is breaking her silence after facing waves of online harassment, including death threats, suicide wishes, and assault threats from strangers on social media. In a heartfelt video posted to her TikTok, Taylor opened up about the emotional toll of being in a relationship with someone in the public eye. “I think I learn something new about myself on here every day,” she said with quiet strength, addressing the rumors about her age, how she met Top, and…
💔 Vanna White’s Heartfelt Goodbye to Pat Sajak On Thursday night’s episode—just before Pat Sajak’s final Wheel of Fortune show—co-host Vanna White shared a pre-recorded tribute that left viewers deeply moved. In the video, 67-year-old White, visibly emotional, marked the end of an era after more than four decades on air. “I can’t believe tomorrow is our last show together,” she began, her voice filled with sincerity. “It’s hard to express what these past 41 years have meant to me, but I’m going to try.” She paused, acknowledging that their journey had spanned approximately 8,000 episodes—a milestone marked by laughter,…
Jelly Roll and Brooks & Dunn Deliver Soul-Stirring “Believe” at the 2024 CMA Awards One of the most powerful moments of the 2024 CMA Awards came when Jelly Roll joined country legends Brooks & Dunn on stage for a moving performance of “Believe.” Under a single spotlight, the arena fell into a rare hush as the familiar ballad unfolded—quietly at first, then building with every verse into something sacred. Jelly Roll’s voice, rich with gravel and grace, added a new layer of depth to the song’s message of loss, faith, and redemption. When he raised his hand skyward and whispered,…
Carly Pearce Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by Trisha Yearwood in Emotional Ceremony On August 3, 2021, Carly Pearce officially became a member of the Grand Ole Opry — a defining milestone in the Kentucky native’s career. Country icon Trisha Yearwood presented Pearce with the Opry’s symbolic award: a miniature version of its legendary mic stand. Watching proudly from side stage was Garth Brooks, adding to the significance of the night. Pearce opened her set with her breakout hit, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” before inviting Yearwood back on stage for a stirring duet of “How Do I Live.”…
Carrie Underwood Channels Ozzy Osbourne in a Stirring Cover of “Mama, I’m Coming Home” In a moving musical crossover, Carrie Underwood has once again proven her ability to transcend genres—this time with a striking cover of Ozzy Osbourne’s 1991 ballad, “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” Known for her commanding vocals and emotional depth, the country superstar offered a fresh take on the heavy metal classic during her Apple Music Sessions performance. Underwood reimagined the song with stripped-down instrumentation and haunting melodies, trading distortion and grit for soul and subtlety. The result was a version that maintained the heart of the original…
Sharon Osbourne’s Final Interview Becomes a Farewell Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne Just days before the world bid farewell to Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Black Sabbath frontman and pioneer of heavy metal, his wife Sharon Osbourne sat down for what would become her final on-camera reflection before his passing. Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22, 2025, at the age of 76, following a long and public battle with Parkinson’s disease and various health complications. As tributes continue to pour in from around the world, Sharon’s interview now serves as a deeply personal farewell—and a love letter to a man she stood…
Kenny Chesney Brings Kelsea Ballerini On Stage in Nashville for Emotional “Half Of My Hometown” Duet Kenny Chesney gave fans at Nissan Stadium a memorable surprise during his Here And Now Tour stop in Nashville on May 28, when he invited fellow East Tennessee native Kelsea Ballerini on stage to perform their chart-topping duet, “Half Of My Hometown.” Before diving into the emotional performance, Chesney paused to reflect on what the song—and their shared roots—meant to him. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Country Now (@countrynow) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chad Collier…
Thomas Rhett and Blake Shelton Reunite on “Old Tricks,” Reflecting on Friendship, Aging, and a Full-Circle Moment Thomas Rhett and Blake Shelton’s friendship stretches back long before they shared the stage. In fact, Shelton once attempted to help a much younger Rhett with his schoolwork—though Rhett admits he wasn’t exactly the best tutor. In a previous Sunday TODAY interview with Willie Geist, Rhett reflected on growing up in a unique environment as the son of country artist Rhett Akins. Spending time around industry legends like Shelton was normal in his Nashville upbringing, making it surreal to now tour and record…
“One More Dance, One More Dream”: Rachael Finch and Michael Miziner’s Anniversary Rekindles Love—and Sparks Baby Rumors As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow across the water, Rachael Finch stood barefoot on the deck of a private yacht, her white dress catching the breeze. Behind her, familiar music drifted through the air—and a familiar hand found her waist. “Shall we?” Michael Miziner asked quietly, stepping beside her with a dancer’s grace. She turned and smiled—and in that moment, the world faded away. It’s been thirteen years since the model and professional dancer first met as partners…