The ACM Awards 2026 nominations were revealed, announcing one of country music’s most competitive years with Megan Moroney leading the pack with nine nominations. The ACM Awards 2026 nominations Megan Moroney announcement marks a historic moment for the rising superstar, followed by Miranda Lambert with eight nominations, Ella Langley with seven, Lainey Wilson with seven, and Chris Stapleton with six. Entertainer of the Year features Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Megan Moroney, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson.
Megan Moroney’s Historic Nomination Achievement
Megan Moroney’s nine nominations represent a career-defining moment that recognizes her emergence as one of country music’s most important contemporary voices. The nomination count positions her for multiple wins across different categories and establishes her as a serious Entertainer of the Year contender.
Competitive Entertainer of the Year Race
The Entertainer of the Year category features an exceptionally strong lineup including Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Megan Moroney, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson. Each nominee represents significant commercial success within contemporary country music.
- Megan Moroney: 9 nominations (leading count)
- Miranda Lambert: 8 nominations
- Ella Langley: 7 nominations
- Lainey Wilson: 7 nominations
- Chris Stapleton: 6 nominations
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