Academy of Country Music Awards

Academy of Country Music Awards (1966- )

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The Academy of Country Music Awards, also known as the ACM Awards, were first held in 1966, honoring the industry's accomplishments during the previous year.

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The 61st Annual Academy of Country Music Awards
Year 2026Episode 1180 min

The 61st Annual Academy of Country Music Awards

Live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. At 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT. 

 

 

May 17, 2026

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May 16, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the Academy of Country Music Awards premiere?

The Academy of Country Music Awards premiered on May 16, 1966.

Who hosted the first Academy of Country Music Awards?

The first Academy of Country Music Awards was hosted by Tex Ritter.

Where was the first Academy of Country Music Awards held?

The first Academy of Country Music Awards was held at the Hollywood Palace Theater in Hollywood, California.

What was the purpose of the Academy of Country Music Awards?

The Academy of Country Music Awards was created to recognize and honor the achievements of country music artists.

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top Male Vocalist award?

Eddy Arnold won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top Male Vocalist award.

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Top Female Vocalist award?

Bonnie Guitar won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Top Female Vocalist award.

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Song of the Year award?

Hank Cochran won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Song of the Year award for the song "Make the World Go Away".

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Album of the Year award?

Roger Miller won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Album of the Year award for the album "Words and Music by Roger Miller".

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top Group award?

The Gatlin Brothers won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top Group award.

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top New Male Vocalist award?

Sonny James won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top New Male Vocalist award.

Who won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top New Female Vocalist award?

Norma Jean won the first Academy of Country Music Awards' Country Music's Top New Female Vocalist award.

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John Schneider

John Schneider

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Kenny Rogers

Kenny Rogers

plays himself
Patrick Duffy

Patrick Duffy

plays himself
Dennis Weaver

Dennis Weaver

plays himself
Reba McEntire

Reba McEntire

plays herself
Crystal Bernard

Crystal Bernard

plays herself
Lorrie Morgan

Lorrie Morgan

plays herself
Blake Shelton

Blake Shelton

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played by John Schneider
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played by Kenny Rogers
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played by Patrick Duffy
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played by Dennis Weaver
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played by Reba McEntire
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played by Crystal Bernard
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played by Lorrie Morgan
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played by Blake Shelton
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Also known as

  • ACM Awards
  • Annual ACM Honors (United States)
  • Церемония вручения премий Академии кантри-музыки (Russian Federation)

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