Ella Langley Dominates 2026 ACM Awards; Cody Johnson Takes Entertainer Of The Year

May 20, 2026 6:36 am Published by Cheryl Johnstone

Ella Langley dominated the 2026 Academy Of Country Music Awards on Sunday night, taking home 5 trophies from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Her sweeping victories included female artist of the year, artist songwriter of the year, single and song of the year for “Choosin’ Texas,” and music event of the year for her collaboration on Riley Green’s “Don’t Mind if I Do.”

She is the moment! 🤩 Congrats @ellalangleymsic, taking home the #ACMawards for Female Artist of the Year! pic.twitter.com/28O6hgSRtu
— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) May 18, 2026

Cody Johnson claimed the top honour, entertainer of the year, along with best male vocalist.

.@codyjohnson had us entertained all year! Congratulations on your #ACMawards win! pic.twitter.com/JgGAs8KbKY
— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) May 18, 2026

Parker McCollum surprised by winning album of the year for his self-titled release.

Let's go, @ParkerMcCollum! "Parker McCollum" is Album of the Year at the #ACMawards! pic.twitter.com/Jr57LywmWE
— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) May 18, 2026

The Red Clay Strays took group of the year while Brooks & Dunn earned duo of the year.

Avery Anna and Tucker Wetmore won new female and male artist categories, respectively.

Shania Twain hosted the 61st annual ceremony, which featured 17 live performances and streamed exclusively on Prime Video.

Tags: ACM Awards, Avery Anna, Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Parker McCollum, Riley Green, Shania Twain, The Red Clay Strays, Tucker Wetmore

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This post was written by Cheryl Johnstone