CMT Artists Of The Year 2021: Photos Of Cassadee Pope, Lindsay Ell & More

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October 13, 2021 8:36PM EDT

Some of the biggest names in country music gathered in Nashville to celebrate CMT’s Artists of the Year on Oct. 13. Check out photos of the red carpet arrivals here!

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Gabby Barrett

Gabby Barrett — The 2021 CMT Artists of the Year special took place on Oct. 13, 2021 in Nashville. The five honorees at this year’s event were Luke Combs, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, and Kane Brown, while Mickey Guyton was named Breakout Artist of the Year and Randy Travis was recognized as the Artist of a Lifetime. Most of the honorees, along with some other big names in country music, appeared at the event to walk the red carpet and then enjoy the show.

In addition to the event recognizing these seven artists, the night was also chock full of performances. Kelsea Ballerini performed virtually from her tour with the Jonas Brothers, while the other honorees, amongst others, took the stage in Nashville to show off their stuff.

Here, Gabby looks incredible in a strapless black dress and gloves. Keep clicking through the gallery to see stars walking the red carpet at the 2021 CMT Artists of the Year event.

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Lainey Wilson

Lainey Wilson — Lainey Wilson shows off her classic country style at the CMT Artists of the Year event. She rocked black leather pants and a shiny top for the red carpet.

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Cassadee Pope

Cassadee Pope — Cassadee Pope shows some leg in her plunging blazer dress at CMT Artists of the Year. She completed her look with her hair styled in a straight blunt bob.

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Lindsay Ell

Lindsay Ell — Lindsay Ell is a lady in leather at CMT Artists of the Year. She wore an off-the-shoulder leather dress and her hair in curls.

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Luke Combs

Luke Combs — Luke Combs arrives on the red carpet at CMT Artists of the Year. He is one of the honorees at the event.

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Walker & Laney Hayes

Walker & Laney Hayes — Walker Hayes and his wife, Laney, attend CMT Artists of the Year. Walker was a performer at the event.

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Lady A

Lady A — Lady A poses for photos on the red carpet at the CMT Artists of the Year. They attended the show as performers for the event.

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Jon & Summer Pardi

Jon & Summer Pardi — Jon & Summer Pardi pose for photos at the CMT Artists of the Year. Jon wore his signature cowboy hat, while Summer rocked a mini dress, on the carpet.

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Randy & Mary Travis

Randy & Mary Travis — Randy & Mary Travis are all smiles at CMT Artists of the Year. It was a big night for Randy, who was recognized as the Artist of a Lifetime.

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Chris & Morgane Stapleton

Chris & Morgane Stapleton — Chris Stapleton and his wife, Morgane, stun on the red carpet at CMT Artists of the Year. Chris was in attendance as one of the honorees of the show.

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Mickey Guyton

Mickey Guyton — Mickey Guyton rocks a stunning, long-sleeved gown at CMT Artists of the Year. Mickey is the event’s Breakout Artist of the Year and will be performing onstage.

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