marked a significant milestone.
The event represented the 17th time she has hosted the ceremony, extending a record that few entertainers are likely to challenge anytime soon.
Her connection to the ACM Awards spans more than four decades, dating back to her earliest successes in country music.
Over the years, she has evolved from award winner to performer, presenter, and one of the most recognizable faces associated with the event.
That long history was evident throughout the evening as she confidently guided the audience through the show with her trademark
