George Strait breaks record for largest ticketed show ever in US
Country legend George Strait has broken the record for the largest ticketed concert ever in the US.
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Legendary country singer George Strait received his flowers last night at the Country Music Awards.
Strait, who grew up in Pearsall, Texas, received the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award during Wednesday’s 2024 CMA awards.
Known for his songwriting and several No. 1 hits, the “All My Ex’s Live in Texas” singer performed at the CMA Awards and was serenaded by fellow artists during the live show.
Here are some highlights from the CMAs:
Why did George Strait receive the Lifetime Achievement Award?
In a career of over 40 years, Strait has had 60 No. 1 hits on the Billboard chart and has sold over 70 million albums. He’s won 17 CMA awards and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2006.
According to Country Music Hall of Fame.org, Strait took an interest in singing country music while in the military. In 1973, he auditioned for and secured the role of lead singer in a country band on base, drawing inspiration from musical icons like Hank Williams, George Jones, and Merle Haggard.
Who performed a tribute to George Strait at the CMAs?
Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson, Jamey Johnson, and Parker McCollum joined forces for a career-spanning tribute to George Strait during the 2024 CMA Awards broadcast on Wednesday night.
Texan and Olympian Simone Biles attends CMA Awards
Simone Biles, who grew up in Spring, Texas, was also at the CMA Awards to present the Female Vocalist of the Year award.
