The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) opened with a medley of country classics spanning six decades. Reba McEntire, hosting for the 18th time, kicked off the show with a Merle Haggard tribute, followed by performances from Clint Black, Wynonna Judd, LeAnn Rimes, Little Big Town, and Dan + Shay. The legendary McEntire, known as the "Queen of Country," boasts an extensive career with numerous awards.

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