Get ready, country fans! Lainey Wilson is stepping into the spotlight as the solo host of the 2025 CMA Awards, and she’s got some spicy plans for the night. Fresh off her co-hosting duties last year with Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, Lainey now has permission to roast her fellow country stars. That’s right, she’s aiming her humor at pals like Luke Combs–you can almost hear him readying his witty comebacks!
This isn’t just any hosting gig; it’s historic! Lainey will be the first woman to take on this role solo since the fabulous Reba McEntire back in 1991. That’s a huge deal, and she couldn’t be more thrilled—especially knowing she’s got Reba cheering her on from the sidelines. With six nominations at this year’s awards, including the coveted CMA Entertainer of the Year title, it’s shaping up to be a night filled with laughter and celebration.
You can practically picture the fun unfolding on stage. As Lainey puts it, “If I can poke fun at people, hey, we good.” So, what do you think? Will her humor hit the mark, or could her roasts catch some country stars off guard? It’s bound to be a wild ride full of music, smiles, and maybe a little friendly fire!
