Follow here for live updates. News. In addition to her marriage, Rhett and Akins have previously opened up about their fertility struggles and decision to adopt their daughter Willa from an orphanage in Uganda. Johnny "Crusher" Jackson told a judge in a letter he’s made the most of his release. The top entertainment stories, features and must-read reviews, sent to you weekly. “They are some of my heroes and I am so honored to stand alongside them as a fellow member of the Opry,” said Underwood, who sang her heart out to a venue that flickered with lights where people should have been. Thomas Rhett 'Could Not Put In To Words' His ACM Entertainer Win -, Nancy Brooks // Country Writer, Beasley Media Group. "Don’t be afraid of it," Trump said of the virus. In awards announced before the show aired, Rhett also won music video of the year, while Townes won new female artist of the year. The couple had been struggling to get pregnant and at the same time, they were working Christian charity 147 Million Orphans. "You’re going to beat it. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. There’s countless times where my manager, Virginia, has asked me, ‘What are your goals for the next five years? They welcomed Ada in August 2017, and earlier this year, Rhett and Akins welcomed baby Lennon. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, The 23-year-old was in a vehicle in the 7600 block of South Stony Island Avenue when two people got out of a white SUV and fired shots, Chicago police said. “I can feel them all,” Ramsey said. Last week, the father-of-three and husband to Lauren Akins , wrote, "As a parent you talk about alone time a bunch. Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. In her new memoir, "LIVE IN LOVE: Growing Together Through Life's Changes," the 30-year-old details meeting Rhett, also 30, and their journey together. Thomas Rhett performs onstage during the 53rd annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on November 13, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. Don't miss on pre-sales, member-only contests and member only events. Thomas Rhett, Scott Borchetta and Brantley Gilbert attend Big Machine Label Group celebration of The 53rd Annual CMA Awards in Nashville at The Bell Tower on November 13, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. And this is such a dream, I don’t know how to put it into words.”, Thomas’ wife Lauren posted to her Instagram over the weekend, “A couple of days late, but we’ve been hiking mountains with the @acmawards entertainer of the year. But I think this was a big pat on the back for just, the amount of hours we’ve put into rehearsing and improvising and making our show as best as it could possibly be. “They are so proud, and it’s such an honor to receive this in their presence.”. Market data provided by Factset. “But the examples set by essential workers, our first responders, along with the voices crying out for equality in all walks of life, have echoed around the world and right here in our country community.”. A couple of days late, but we've been hiking mountains with the @acmawards entertainer of the year ???????? After amassing tremendous streaming numbers and nine consecutive No. Lambert’s vocals seemed to fill up the space in the tiny songwriters’ club surrounded by tables and chairs, but no fans. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Riley Green won new male artist. I could not be more proud of you @thomasrhettakins and your whole incredibly talented band, crew, management and the people who have cheered you on since day 1 who you couldn't have done this without ???? Kristin M. Hall, AP Entertainment Writer, Carrie Underwood, Thomas Rhett tie for entertainer of the year award at ACMs, Theo Epstein issues farewell warning to Cubs Nation. Honoree Thomas Rhett performs onstage during the 2019 CMT Artist of the Year at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on October 16, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. Know about breaking news as it happens. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In surprise twist that fit an unexpected year of firsts, Carrie Underwood and Thomas Rhett tied for entertainer of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards, the first time the top prize has been split between two artists. Lambert performed a stripped-down version of her No. life is so fun with y'all getting a front row seat to watch you live out your dreams ??? Carrie Underwood and Thomas Rhett just made history at the 2020 ACM Awards. Coincidentally, a woman hasn’t won that award since 2011 when Swift last won it. Check out what's clicking today in entertainment. I could not be more proud of you @thomasrhettakins and your whole incredibly talented band, crew, management and the people who have cheered you on since day 1 who you couldn’t have done this without life is so fun with y’all getting a front row seat to watch you live out your dreams.”. "It's so easy to look at our family and our marriage from the outside looking in and just see what looks to be a perfect, happy family, but it's just not realistic," she told the entertainment news network. Several weeks after he shocked fans with the bold decision to shave his beard (which has made its return, of course! You guys have done everything for me. Underwood and Rhett seemed equally taken aback after host Keith Urban announced the tie at the awards show held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday. Admitting that she and her husband have struggles like any other couple does. Legal Statement. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. The pair tied the knot in 2012 and share three children together. Thomas Rhett attends the 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors Kennedy Center on December 08, 2019 in Washington, DC. 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"I think it just got to a point where my heart was so heavy that I knew I had to say something and change something or else I would spiral to a really really dark place and I was kind of already on my way there. News, Akins explained while writing the book she wanted readers to understand her marriage is not without its flaws. THOMAS RHETT EXPLAINS WHY HE HIT BACK AT SOCIAL MEDIA TROLLS MOCKING HIS WIFE LAUREN, According to Akins, it's why she sought to "share the struggles getting there or the struggles we still have now, and just to be real and open with people so that they don't look at us and be like, ‘Oh they have it all together, they're so perfect,' because that couldn't be further from the truth.". Thomas shared, “It made me feel like I’m not the new guy anymore, if that makes any sense. Maren Morris, who was a leading nominee, won two awards, including female artist of the year and music event of the year, for a collaboration with Miranda Lambert, Caylee Hammack, Tenille Townes, Elle King and Ashley McBryde. When they met Willa, they decided adoption was the right choice for them. During the adoption process, the Rhetts received the surprising news that they were expecting. "I don't think it's wrong to want to be better in certain areas but I do think it's funny when people hashtag us in those ways," Akins said. stands for Gangster Disciples Nation, officials say. Trump rushed out a new video from the White House. The country singers had one unforgettable night during the star-studded ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 16. You know, just being such a huge fan of Carrie since I can remember, since I was 15 or 16 years old, and winning such an iconic award with her, it just solidified a lot of things for me.”, Rhett added, “It’s such a weird year to not work and to be super uncertain about a lot of stuff. Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins attend the 67th Annual BMI Country Awards at BMI on November 12, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. "It took me a second to admit that I was unhappy because the prideful part of me wanted to believe that I had it together, that I could do it," she told the outlet. What are your goals for the next ten years?’ And winning Entertainer of the Year was definitely #1 on the list.”, Hearing Keith Urban call his name, and then finding out that he and Carrie Underwood were tied for the award only added to the surreal moment. Jackson said he’s running several ventures, including a clothing line called Gentlemen of Distinguished Nature, whose abbreviation G.D.N.