Country music legend Vince Gill to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at CMA Awards

"is given to an iconic artist who has attained the highest degree of recognition in Country Music. The award recognizes those who have achieved both national and international prominence and stature through concert performances, humanitarian efforts, philanthropy, streaming numbers, record sales, and public representation at the highest level. The artist receiving this award has positively impacted and contributed to the growth of the genre over the course of many years and has proven to have an unprecedented historical impact on fans and industry alike."

"Gill certainly fits that bill. He's been performing for nearly 50 years and in that time, he's released 20 albums, sold more than 30 million records and had 45 singles make the charts. He's been part of several bands, including Pure Prairie League, The Cherry Bombs and The Time Jumpers. He's won 22 Grammys and 18 CMA Awards, including winning CMA Song of the Year a record-setting four times, more than any artist in CMA's history."

"Vince embodies the very best of what Country Music stands for. He's a true trailblazer, one who gives back to the community, honors the roots of our genre, and even now, continues to share his talent with fans across the globe. As a Country Music Hall of Fame member, 18-time CMA Award winner and former 12-time CMA Awards host, he remains a vibrant force in our industry,"

The Country Music Association will present Vince Gill with the 2025 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring artists who have achieved national and international prominence through performances, humanitarian work, philanthropy, streaming, record sales, and public representation. Vince Gill has performed for nearly 50 years, released 20 albums, sold more than 30 million records and placed 45 singles on the charts. He has been a member of several bands, including Pure Prairie League, The Cherry Bombs and The Time Jumpers. Gill has won 22 Grammys and 18 CMA Awards, including a record four CMA Song of the Year wins, and hosted the CMA Awards from 1992 to 2003.

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