Vince Gill , the 22-time Grammy-winning country music singer-songwriter, will be honored with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award by the Country Music Association Awards.

“Vince embodies the very best of what Country Music stands for,” Sarah Trahern, CEO of CMA , said in a statement. “He’s a true trailblazer, one who gives back to the community, honors the roots of our genre, and even now, continues to share his talent with fans across the globe. As a Country Music Hall of Fame member, 18-time CMA Award winner, and former 12-time CMA Awards host, he remains a vibrant force in our industry, and we’re honored to celebrate an artist whose influence is so deeply woven into the fabric of our format.”

The 59th annual CMA Awards will be broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridg

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