Ella Langley Leads 2025 ACM Awards Nominations with 9 Nods

FRISCO, Texas — Ella Langley is making waves in country music as she leads the nominations for the 60th annual Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards with a remarkable total of nine nominations. The nominees were announced on March 27, 2025, with the award ceremony set to take place on May 8 at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas.

Langley, recognized for her hit single “You Look Like You Love Me,” is nominated for several categories, including Female Artist of the Year and New Female Artist of the Year. Her nominations reflect not only her talent as an artist but also as a co-writer and director, with six of her nominations tied directly to her collaborative work on the hit single with fellow artist Riley Green.

“I am incredibly honored to receive these nominations,” Langley said in a statement. “This journey has been surreal, and I am thankful for the support from my fans and collaborators.”

Following Langley in the nominations are Cody Johnson and Morgan Wallen, both with eight nominations. Chris Stapleton and Post Malone round out the top contenders, with six nominations apiece. Meanwhile, Kelsea Ballerini received four nominations.

The ACM Awards allow for unique nomination opportunities; artists can receive multiple nods for a single entry if they contribute in multiple capacities—such as artist, writer, or producer. This system has played a significant role in Langley’s success as she is recognized in multiple categories due to her involvement in her projects.

In the prestigious Entertainer of the Year category, Langley will vie against previous award winner Lainey Wilson, along with Johnson, Stapleton, Wallen, Luke Combs, and Jelly Roll. Wilson is also nominated for Female Artist of the Year, alongside Langley and Ballerini, among others.

“This year’s nominations reflect the evolution of country music,” said ACM spokesperson Samantha Harlow. “We’re thrilled to see such a diverse lineup of talent represented.”

Album of the Year nominees include Megan Moroney’s “Am I Okay? (I’ll Be Fine),” Jelly Roll’s “Beautifully Broken,” as well as Wilson’s “Whirlwind.” Langley’s duet with Green is also nominated for Single of the Year alongside notable entries from Stapleton and Wallen.

The 2025 ACM Awards will be hosted by Reba McEntire and will stream live on Prime Video, extending its reach to a global audience. Ticket sales for the live event are available but limited due to venue capacity.

As the awards date approaches, fans are anticipating an exciting night filled with performances and accolades, celebrating six decades of excellence in country music.