CMA Awards Red Carpet 2022: Photos Of Carrie Underwood & More

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November 9, 2022 5:57PM EST

The 2022 CMA Awards kicked off with a glamorous red carpet on Nov. 9. See all the arrivals here.

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Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood — The 2022 Country Music Association Awards took place at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on Nov. 9, 2022. All of the biggest stars in country music stepped onto the red carpet before the show to show off their incredible looks for the evening. Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning teamed up to host the show together for the very first time in 2022, and there were tons of familiar faces in attendance.

Newcomer Lainey Wilson was the most nominated honoree of the night, with six nominations at the show. She was followed close behind by Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde and Chris Stapleton, who had five each. In addition to the awards, the show was also host to some incredible performances, including a tribute to the late Loretta Lynn, and a special performance in honor of Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Alan Jackson.

Keep scrolling through the gallery to check out all the best photos of stars arriving on the CMA Awards red carpet!

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Runaway June

Runaway June — Runaway June arrived in styled and stunned on the red carpet with matching green dresses.

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Miranda Lambert

Miranda Lambert — Miranda Lambert poses for photos at the CMA Awards. She wore a pink and black dress with her hair parted to the side in waves on the red carpet.

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Katy Perry

Katy Perry — Katy Perry looked gorgeous in this plunging denim corset top with baggy, wide-leg acid wash jeans with a massive bow on her waist at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9.

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Eric Decker and Jessie James Decker

Eric Decker and Jessie James Decker — Eric Decker and Jessie James Decker shared a kiss on the red carpet at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9. Eric wore a blue blazer with black pants & Jessie wore a sparkly red gown.

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Jessie James Decker

Jessie James Decker — Jessie James Decker showed off the plunging slit on the back of her sparkly red dress at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9.

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Luke Bryan

Luke Bryan — CMA Awards host, Luke Bryan, looks dapper for the show’s red carpet. He wore a black tux to arrive at the show.

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Carly Pearce

Carly Pearce — Early CMA Award winner Carly Pearce stuns in a white dress with chest cutout at the award show. She added a pop of color with her shoes and had her hair styled in a low updo

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Reba McEntire

Reba McEntire — Reba McEntire is gorgeous in a plunging blue velvet dress at the CMA Awards. She was all smiles as she walked the red carpet in the gorgeous gown.

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Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini — Kelsea Ballerini makes a statement in an open back dress at the CMA Awards. Her ensemble featured long sleeves and she completed the look with sleek, straight hair.

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Morgan Evans

Morgan Evans — Morgan Evans makes his first major red carpet appearance after splitting from Kelsea Ballerini at the CMA Awards. Kelsea was also in attendance at the event.

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Cody Johnson

Cody Johnson — Cody Johnson hit the red carpet in jeans and a grey blazer at the 2022 CMA Awards. Cody was one of the early winners of the night, taking home Music Video of the Year

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Riley Green

Riley Green — Riley Green looks dapper on the CMA Awards red carpet. He paired black pants with a grey blazer and skinny tie for the event.

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Lindsay Ell

Lindsay Ell — Lindsay Ell looks glam in her red carpet look at the CMA Awards. She wore a cheetah print dress with high slit and tall, platform shoes.

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Maddie & Tae

Maddie & Tae — Maddie & Tae coordinate in black and white outfits at the CMA Awards. Maddie wore a crop top and high-waisted skirt, while Tae stunning in a high slit dress.

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Danielle Bradbery

Danielle Bradbery — Danielle Bradbury is a vision in white at the CMA Awards. She paried her caped white dress with matching shoes and an updo.

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Ashley McBryde

Ashley McBryde — Ashley McBryde wears a black sequined dress on the CMA Awards red carpet. She carried a black clutch and had her hair styled in curls, as well.

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Tyler Hubbard & Hayley Hubbard

Tyler Hubbard & Hayley Hubbard — Tyler Hubbard and Hayley Hubbard cuddled up together on the red carpet at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9. Tyler wore a fitted black suit with a white button-dwon shirt & Hayley wore a slinky white satin gown with a cutout back.

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MacKenzie Porter

MacKenzie Porter — MacKenzie Porter stuns in a long blue gown while attending the 2022 CMA Awards. She matched her earrings to her dress and completed the look with wavy hair.

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Luke Combs

Luke Combs — Luke Combs looked dapper in a black suit with a black button-down shirt & alligator cowboy boots at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9.

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Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins

Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins — Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins looked fabulous at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9. Thomas wore a patterned black double-breasted suit while Lauren wore a metallic emerald green dress with a plunging slit on the skirt.

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Jason Aldean and Brittany Aldean

Jason Aldean and Brittany Aldean — Jason Aldean and Brittany Aldean looked fabulous at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9. Jason wore a leather blazer with fitted black pants & a cowboy hat while Brittany wore a sheer silver sequin gown.

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Lionel Richie and Lisa Parigi

Lionel Richie and Lisa Parigi — Lionel Richie and Lisa Parigi arrived at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9. Lionel wore a black button-down shirt with a black leather blazer while Lisa wore a strapless blue velvet jumpsuit.

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Jessica Chastain

Jessica Chastain — Jessica Chastain slayed the red carpet at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9. when she wore this spaghetti strap blue & black lace gown with a plunging neckline & a fitted bodice.

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Wynonna Judd

Wynonna Judd — Wynonna Judd wore this long gold serin coat with black velvet gloves & a black velvet top at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9.

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Morgan Wallen

Morgan Wallen — Morgan Wallen looked dapper in this maroon sui with a fitted black shirt underneath styled with black leather Gucci loafers at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 9.

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