ACM Awards 2022: See The Show’s Best Moments

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March 7, 2022 10:35PM EST

Ready for a wild ride? Check out the best moments from the 2022 Association Of Country Music Awards.

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The 2022 ACM Awards: Photos

The 2022 ACM Awards: Photos — Yee haw! The 57th annual Academy Of Country Music Awards was back in front of a live audience on Mon. Mar. 7, 2022 at Las Vegas’s Allegiant Stadium. The event was hosted by none other than the legendary Dolly Parton, accompanied by Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett. The show also featured performances by Kelly Clarkson, Kelsea Ballerini, Jason Aldean, and Carrie Underwood, among others.

Dolly was thrilled at the chance to host the event, but admitted the live straight-to-streaming event was a bit “nerve-wracking”. She told Variety, “Being able to go back to Vegas is fun. So we’ve tried to take all that into consideration, and it just seemed like the perfect time and the perfect thing to do. I love the ACMs. I watch ’em all the time, and I had a wonderful time hosting back in 2000.”

Here, Miss Dolly commands the stage at the awards. Her mirrored jumpsuit was simply stunning.

Check out highlights from the 2022 Academy Of Country Music Awards in our gallery here.

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Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson — Chills. Kelly Clarkson performs a stellar version of “I Will Always Love You” at the ACMs. Dolly said the Whitney Houston would have been proud of the performance.

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Kelly Clarkson & Dolly Parton Hug

Kelly Clarkson & Dolly Parton Hug — Two iconcs! Kelly Clarkson wraps Dolly Parton in a hug after paying tribute to her in song.

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Dolly Parton Presents The Final Award

Dolly Parton Presents The Final Award — Dolly Parton presents the award for Entertainer Of The Year. It went to Miranda Lambert, who wasn’t in attendance but accepted the honor via a video message.

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Dolly Parton’s Mirrored Jumpsuit

Dolly Parton’s Mirrored Jumpsuit — Shining star! 76-year-old stunner Dolly Parton joked about having a close encounter with a disco ball backstage while showing off her fabulous figure in her sparkling jumpsuit.

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Gabby Barrett & Jimmie Allen Pay Tribute To Vegas

Gabby Barrett & Jimmie Allen Pay Tribute To Vegas — Welcome to Sin City! Co-hosts Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett got the crowd going with a Las Vegas-inspired set.

He kicked things off with “Viva Las Vegas”, clad in a snazzy red cowboy shirt and leather pants with red lightening bolts. Gabby sailed into a rendition of Faith Hill’s 1995 hit “Let’s Go To Vegas”. She went rocker chic in a glittering black tunic with sexy pleather leggings.

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Eric Church

Eric Church — Eric Church performs a medley at the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards. He covered all of his hits.

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Ashley McBryde & Eric Church

Ashley McBryde & Eric Church — Dynamic duo! Ashley McBryde joins Eric Church on stage for the end of his set, performing “Heart on Fire” together.

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Brothers Osborne Win

Brothers Osborne Win — Family act. T.J. Osborne, left, and John Osborne of Brothers Osbourne accept the award for duo of the year at the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards. In a sweet moment, TJ Osborne told boyfriend Abi Ventura, “Abi, I love you. Here’s to a great night in Vegas!”

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Walker Hayes

Walker Hayes — Walker Hayes with a performance of “Fancy Like”. A crowd favorite, he emerged from center level and walked into the audience. The singer looked every-man handsome in a grey henley and jeans for his songs.

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Maren Morris

Maren Morris — Maren Morris performs “Circles Around This Town” at the ACMs. She was dressed down in jeans and a tank top for the stripped back performance. Maren Morris

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Parmalee, Blanco Brown & Brooke Eden

Parmalee, Blanco Brown & Brooke Eden — Parmalee, Blanco Brown and Brooke Eden perform “Just the Way”. It was quite the combo.

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Brooke Eden

Brooke Eden — Pretty in purple! Brooke Eden was dressed for Vegas in a dazzling two-piece look during the awards.

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Chris Stapleton

Chris Stapleton — Chris Stapleton performs a fiery rendition of “Watch You Burn” at the ACMs. The song is about the tragic shooting at Vegas’ Route 91 country festival in 2017.

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Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood Win

Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood Win — Twice as nice. Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood won Single Of The Year for their collab “If I Didn’t Love You”. They later performed the hit.

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Kelsea Ballerini & Dolly Parton

Kelsea Ballerini & Dolly Parton — Now that’s a duo! Kelsea Ballerini looks darling in a denim romper as she performs “Big Jeans and Faded Dreams” with Dolly Parton. The legend looked cool in lace-up jeans, a cream blouse, and a cowboy hat.

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Kelsea Ballerini & Dolly Parton Bring Down The House

Kelsea Ballerini & Dolly Parton Bring Down The House — Kelsea and Dolly’s song was off her ‘Run, Rose, Run’ album. The tunes go with Dolly’s new novel with James Patterson, of the same name.

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Carly Pearce

Carly Pearce — Radiant. Carly Pearce performs “Never Wanted to be That Girl” at the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards. She would later pick up the honor for Female artist of the year.

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Brothers Osborne Perform ‘Skeletons’

Brothers Osborne Perform ‘Skeletons’ — Neon dream! John Osborne, left, and TJ. Osborne, of Brothers Osborne, perform “Skeletons” at the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards. Their paint splattered jumpsuits looked rad under the black light.

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Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood — Carrie Underwood performs “If I Didn’t Love You”. Her leggy look featured leather shorts and a sparkly shirt.

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Carrie Underwood Makes An Entrance

Carrie Underwood Makes An Entrance — Flying high! Carrie Underwood swooped down from the rafters to perform “If I Didn’t Love You” with Jason Aldean.

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Breland & Thomas Rhett

Breland & Thomas Rhett — Feeling blessed! Breland, left, and Thomas Rhett perform “Praise The Lord”. The whole audience was on their feet.

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Lainey Wilson

Lainey Wilson — Lainey Wilson performs “Things A Man Oughta Know”. Her leather look was tough and classy.

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