2015 ACM Awards Latest News, Photos, and Videos

Hayley Orrantia Joins Maddie & Tae at the Academy of Country Music Awards 2015

Hayley Orrantia Joins Maddie & Tae at the Academy of Country Music Awards 2015

Hayley Orrantia stuns in red as she arrives for the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards at AT&T Stadium on Sunday evening (April 19) in Arlington, Texas.

The 21-year-old actress and singer was joined on the red carpet by country duos Maddie & Tae and Dan & Shay.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Hayley Orrantia

At the show, Dan & Shay hit the stage with Nick Jonas to perform “Jealous.”

“Best night of our lives. THANK YOU country music fans + everyone who tuned into the @ACMawards,” the guys tweeted.

FYI: Maddie is wearing a Carol Hannah dress, Jimmy Choo shoes, Deepa Gurnani earrings, and Misahara rings. Tae is wearing a Carol Hannah dress, Stuart Weitzman shoes, Deepa Gurnani earrings, a Red Earth ear cuff, Stroili rings, and a DVF clutch.

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Taylor Swift Shares Sweet ACM Backstage Moment with Mom!

Taylor Swift Shares Sweet ACM Backstage Moment with Mom!

Taylor Swift and her mom Andrea embrace each other in the best backstage photo taken at the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards held at AT&T Stadium on Sunday (April 19) in Arlington, Tex.

The 25-year-old singer won the Milestone Award at the event and her mom presented it to her with an incredibly moving speech. It was just a few weeks ago that Taylor told her fans about her mom’s cancer diagnosis.

WATCH: Video of Andrea Swift‘s emotional speech for her daughter Taylor

While backstage, Taylor met up with Nick Jonas and Olivia Culpo for a photo.

FYI: Taylor is wearing a Reem Acra dress, Brian Atwood shoes, Luna Rossa earrings, Melissa Kaye Jewelry bands, a Doves ring, and an EF Collection pave ring.

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Nick Jonas Performs 'Chains' & 'Jealous' at ACM Awards 2015 - Watch Now!

Nick Jonas Performs 'Chains' & 'Jealous' at ACM Awards 2015 - Watch Now!

Nick Jonas smiles at the huge crowd after performing at the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards held at AT&T Stadium on Sunday (April 19) in Arlington, Tex.

The 22-year-old entertainer performed his songs “Chains” and “Jealous” along with country music duo Dan + Shay.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Nick Jonas

Nick and his girlfriend Olivia Culpo took photos on the carpet earlier in the day and looked so great together – be sure to check out the pics if you missed them!

FYI: Shay is wearing a John Varvatos leather jacket & shoes.

10+ pics inside of Nick JonasMore Here! »

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Taylor Swift's Mother Andrea Gives Very Emotional Speech at ACM Awards 2015 - Watch Now

Taylor Swift's Mother Andrea Gives Very Emotional Speech at ACM Awards 2015 - Watch Now

Taylor Swift‘s mother Andrea takes the stage and gets very emotional talking about her daughter at the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards held at AT&T Stadium on Sunday (April 19) in Arlington, Tex.

Taylor‘s mom, who was recently diagnosed with cancer, talked about watching her daughter grow up into the woman she is today.

“I’m so unbelievably proud that I learned to treat people with kindness and respect from country music,” Taylor said in her acceptance speech.

Watch below…

15+ pics inside of Taylor Swift and her mom… More Here! »

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Watch Hunter Hayes Cover a Sam Smith Song!

Watch Hunter Hayes Cover a Sam Smith Song!

Hunter Hayes makes the day of his fans while snapping selfies with them along the red carpet at the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards held at AT&T Stadium on Sunday (April 19) in Arlington, Tex.

The 23-year-old singer met up with singer Brandy Clark on the carpet and he looks so handsome in his suit!

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Hunter Hayes

Just a few days ago, Hunter released a video of himself singing a cover version of Sam Smith‘s hit song “I’m Not the Only One.” You can check it out below!


Hunter Hayes Covers Sam Smith
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Taylor Swift Dances the Night Away at ACM Awards 2015

Taylor Swift Dances the Night Away at ACM Awards 2015

Taylor Swift dances away at her seat while in the audience of the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards held at AT&T Stadium on Sunday (April 19) in Arlington, Tex.

The 25-year-old entertainer is set to be honored with the 50th Anniversary Milestone Award later on in the program. The award is going to the seven biggest winners in the history of the show, which also include Kenny Chesney, George Strait, Miranda Lambert, Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire and Brooks & Dunn.

Tune in to the show on CBS now to see Taylor win the award!

FYI: Taylor is wearing a Reem Acra dress, Brian Atwood shoes, Luna Rossa earrings, Melissa Kaye Jewelry bands, a Doves ring, and EF Collection pave ring. More Here! »

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Kacey Musgraves Is Pretty in Pink for ACM Awards 2015!

Kacey Musgraves Is Pretty in Pink for ACM Awards 2015!

Kacey Musgraves is pretty in pink while making her entrance on the red carpet at the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards held at AT&T Stadium on Sunday (April 19) in Arlington, Tex.

The 26-year-old singer is a double nominee at the big show. She is up for Female Vocalist of the Year and also Song of the Year for her single “Follow Your Arrow.”

Also attending the show that night was Jana Kramer, who brought along fiance Mike Caussin.

FYI: Jana is wearing a Jay Godfrey dress, Stuart Weitzman shoes, a Swarovski clutch, and Leticia Linton jewelry.

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