Cody Johnson's Health Update and Decision to Sit Out 2025 CMA Awards
The upcoming 2025 CMA Awards are set to be a significant event for Cody Johnson, who has received four nominations, including the prestigious Entertainer of the Year category. Despite his usual presence as a performer at the awards show, Johnson has decided to sit out this year due to health reasons. Following a recent surgery for a ruptured eardrum, Johnson made the responsible choice to prioritize his recovery and ensure fairness to his fans. This decision led him to cancel the remaining tour dates for the year to focus on recuperation.
Although disappointed about not being able to perform, Johnson recognized the importance of prioritizing his health and recovery process. By opting out of a CMAs performance, he avoided risking setbacks in his healing journey and acknowledged the impact on fans who had their shows canceled. Despite not taking the stage, Johnson will still be present at the event, possibly participating in a non-performing capacity, such as announcing performances.
Providing an update on his successful surgery, Johnson expressed optimism about returning to the stage in 2026 as planned. During his time off, he and his wife Brandi welcomed their third child, a son named Jaycee Daniel. The couple kept the news private initially, with Jaycee being the first boy in their family of two girls. The 2025 CMA Awards are scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 19 at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena, with Lainey Wilson hosting the event solo for the first time. Fans can watch the show live on ABC or stream it on various platforms like Hulu+ Live TV, Sling, and YouTube TV, with Hulu offering on-demand viewing the next day.