Robert Deaton, who has executive produced the awards since 2007, speaks about Alan Jackson's touching 9/11 tribute and how Eric Church will honor storm-ravaged North Carolina on Nov. 20.

Will Lainey Wilson take home a second entertainer of the year win, or could Morgan Wallen, Chris Stapleton or Jelly Roll pick up a first win in the category? And who will snag new artist of the year?

Morgan’s obviously been on a tear this year, and had the highest-selling country tour of all-time after wrapping up his massive 2024 One Night At A Time World Tour. With his newest #1, he also becomes ...