Tag: 2015 CMA Awards

Miranda Lambert Reacts to Ex-Husband Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s Dating News Like a (CMA) Champ

Miranda Lambert is taking the news that her ex-husband Blake Shelton and his fellow Voice coach, Gwen Stefani, are dating like a (CMA) champ.

Instead of getting all riled up, this year’s CMA Female Artist of the Year shared that she is “reflecting on this wonderful life.”

According to Entertainment Tonight, a day after the awkward CMA awards show, in which both Shelton and Lambert performed and sat just a few seats from the other, the 31-year-old singer posted a sweet picture of herself snuggled up with one of her horses on Instagram.

Miranda Lambert shares poignant lyrics after Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani couple up https://t.co/Ssq7IyMdhn pic.twitter.com/6YhXL4cmgu

— Huffington Post (@HuffingtonPost) November 7, 2015

After taking home her sixth consecutive Female Artist of the Year award, Lambert pledged to take it easy with the hashtags “#nomakeuptillnextweek” and “#musicismedicine.”

“Today was a day spent reflecting on this amazing life that Nashville and country music fans have given me,” the singer wrote in a Instagram post on Thursday. “And my friends. I’m so grateful #inspired.”

"Horse Power"….. I'm still floating around on a cloud from last night. Thank you so much @cma for celebrating country music in a big way and for letting me be part of it. Today was a day spent reflecting on this amazing life that Nashville and country music fans have given me. And my friends. I'm so grateful #inspired #gypsyvanner #nomakeuptillnextweek #musicismedicine #chrisstapleton #unicorn #ponyportrait

A photo posted by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert) on Nov 5, 2015 at 5:51pm PST

“I’m still floating around on a cloud from last night,” she continued. “Thank you so much @cma for celebrating country music in a big way and for letting me be part of it.”

Later in the day, Lambert posted lyrics from Lake Street Drive’s song Better Than. Some media outlets, including the Huffington Post, suggest the post is a subtle message about the media frenzy surrounding Shelton and Stefani’s newly-official relationship.

"I could spend ages reading the news I could spend days, singing the blues But I turn up the tv light Give up without a fight Better than pretending to know what's wrong and what's right" This song. This band. These lyrics. @lakestreetdive thanks @ape_lewis for turning me on to this

A photo posted by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert) on Nov 5, 2015 at 6:27pm PST

“I could spend ages reading the news / I could spend days, singing the blues,” the lyrics read. “But I turn up the TV light / Give up without a fight / Better than pretending to know what’s wrong and what’s right.”

“This song. This band. These lyrics,” Miranda Lambert added.

Do you think Miranda is taking the news that must be difficult for her with grace and class? Share your thoughts!

November 8, 2015
Danielle Bradbery, Hunter Hayes Perform at CMA Awards Week Party

Danielle Bradbery won The Voice in 2013, marking the third time one of Blake Shelton’s team members emerged victorious.

This week in Nashville showed fans how far Danielle Bradbery has come since that big win.

On Tuesday, the 19-year-old stunned on the red carpet a the 63rd Annual BMI Country Awards. Later that night she performed with one of the country stars she first sang with as a contestant on The Voice.

.@DBradbery's dress at the #CMAs is actually what dreams are made of ?? https://t.co/ohgfxzeQ34 pic.twitter.com/30zR1O0NFf

— Cosmopolitan (@Cosmopolitan) November 5, 2015

Hunter Hayes arrived on The Voice back in 2013 as a huge surprise to Danielle Bradbery. She was both nervous and excited to perform with him as part of the show.

On Tuesday night, Danielle Bradbery sang with both Hunter Hayes and Lauren Alaina. What a difference a couple of years can make in the life of a young country singer.

That wasn’t it for performances this week for Danielle Bradbery, however. She also sang at the 2015 Next Women of Country event, held at the City Winery in Nashville.

On Wednesday, Danielle Bradbery attended yet another big event when she walked the red carpet at the 2015 CMA Awards alongside another of Blake Shelton’s winners on The Voice–Cassadee Pope. Pope won The Voice a year before Danielle Bradbery’s win.

Former "The Voice" winners @CassadeePope & @DBradbery wowed on the #CMAs red carpet! https://t.co/aYN3hNxzwk pic.twitter.com/Ng6FSlwPC5

— JustJared.com (@JustJared) November 5, 2015

Can you imagine how exciting the past two years have been for Danielle Bradbery? Given the talent this young lady displays at 19, it’s likely these are two of many years to come that will find her in the country music spotlight.

November 5, 2015
Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton: Will Things Get Awkward at Tonight’s 2015 CMAs?

Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton will likely have all eyes on them at tonight’s 2015 CMA Awards. In addition to both gracing the lineup of performers–and both receiving several nominations–there are no planned reunions on live TV. Because of their divorce this summer, however, the two will no doubt be watched rather closely.

In addition to Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton’s divorce fueling much speculation, Blake Shelton’s recent rumored relationship with Gwen Stefani might cause some uncomfortable questions of both parties at the CMAs.

Blake Shelton knows the CMAs are going to be "awkward" after splitting from Miranda Lambert https://t.co/ZZX4LZDqfo pic.twitter.com/vFHiItSrIr

— HuffPostEnt (@HuffPostEnt) October 30, 2015

Do you think anyone would be so brazen as to address the proverbial elephant in the room?

Last year Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton attended the CMA Awards as a married couple. Oh, what a difference a year makes.

Watch @hodakotb & @KathieLGifford discuss the latest Blake Shelton/Gwen Stefani rumors (they have 'evidence')! https://t.co/oKeuieSkth

— Kathie Lee and Hoda (@klgandhoda) November 4, 2015

Both have told reporters since word of their split hit the media in July that they are on amicable terms.

Might that not still be the case in light of the Gwen Stefani rumors?

While a guest last week on Late Night With Seth Meyers, Blake Shelton talked about that ever-looming elephant.

Blake Shelton talks Miranda Lambert split: "This year's gonna be awkward at the CMAs" https://t.co/TrZoZxzcm7 pic.twitter.com/k7lTDNH3TE

— E! Online (@eonline) October 28, 2015

“This year’s gonna be awkward at the CMAs, speaking of jokes,” he said. “Because…it’s such a family. Everybody there is friends. There’s gotta be one about me and Miranda. [Host] Brad Paisley is not doing his job if he doesn’t look down there and go ‘Ha ha!’ You have to address the elephant in the room.”

Miranda Lambert "not surprised" to hear of romance between Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani: https://t.co/s1QBvkL10c pic.twitter.com/Hii2MCiTwZ

— E! Online (@eonline) November 4, 2015

Do you expect all will go off without a hitch for Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton at tonight’s CMAs?

You don’t think Blake invited his fellow Voice coach along as his guest–do you?

November 4, 2015
Miranda Lambert And Blake Shelton Both Among Performers For CMA Awards

Miranda Lambert and her ex-husband, Blake Shelton, have only been divorced for around three months, but the split seems to be a fairly amicable one.

Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton released a joint statement back in July, saying, “This is not the future we envisioned. And it is with heavy hearts that we move forward separately.”

The statement continued, “We are real people, with real lives, with real families, friends and colleagues. Therefore, we kindly ask for privacy and compassion concerning this very personal matter.”

After the split, Miranda Lambert was quick to dive into her music with her whole heart, as was Shelton.

Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton were a glittering country superstar power couple, each cheering the other on at various awards ceremonies while they both drove home with their arms full of trophies.

Sand, Sun and Songwriting! Girls trip of a lifetime! Goodbye paradise! Until next time…. #girlfriends

A photo posted by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert) on Oct 14, 2015 at 8:29am PDT

That makes the upcoming CMA Awards show seem to have the potential for some serious awkwardness.

Miranda Lambert and her ex are both on the list to perform at the November 4th show.

"Hell on Heels"…. The Pistol Annie's raised a ruckus last night in Augusta GA when we surprised the crowd! I hope yall are ready Fayetteville NC! The GIRLS are back in town! #roadsidebarsandpinkguitars #batshitcrazytour

A photo posted by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert) on Oct 3, 2015 at 9:57am PDT

Other performers include Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Keith Urban, Hank Williams Jr., and Kacey Musgraves.

However, all eyes are likely to be on Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert to see just how the two of them handle it.

Miranda Lambert, for one, will likely clean up again at this year’s show.

I could not be happier to be nominated for a CMA award for "Smokin' and Drinkin'" with these fine folks!!!!! I love Yall @littlebigtown . Thanks for being great friends.

A photo posted by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert) on Sep 9, 2015 at 11:42am PDT

Even though it’s been a tough year for her, she is feeling pretty good.

Miranda Lambert said previously of life after Blake, “I’m in a good place.”

She added, “I wasn’t, but I am now. It’s amazing how quickly life can turn around for you. I’ve had some pretty cool things in recent times that’ve happened and I’m loving it.”

What do you think? Will this year’s CMA Awards be a little awkward for Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton or do you think they’ll handle it like a couple of pros?

October 21, 2015