2025 ACM Honors: Celebrating Country Music Excellence at The Pinnacle
The 2025 ACM Honors took place at The Pinnacle in Nashville, Tennessee, celebrating special award honorees, winners of off-camera categories, and ACM Industry and Studio Recording Awards. Among the honorees were Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, Eric Church, and Randy Travis. Lainey Wilson received the ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year award, while Jelly Roll was honored with the ACM Lifting Lives Award for his philanthropic efforts. Cody Johnson received the ACM Spirit Award, and Eric Church and Ben Vaughn were chosen for the ACM Icon Award. Randy Travis was recognized with the ACM Milestone Award, and Luke Combs received the ACM International Award for his global appeal and fan base. Other awards included Songwriter of the Year, ACM Service Award, ACM Poet’s Award, ACM Lift Every Voice Award, and ACM Film Award.
The ACM Honors were hosted by Carly Pearce and Russell Dickerson, with each recipient receiving a musical tribute from fellow country singers. Performers at the event included Luke Bryan, Karen Fairchild, Amy Grant, Jamey Johnson, Chris Jansen, Ashley McBryde, and more. The night was filled with heartfelt performances and recognition of the honorees' contributions to the country music industry.