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Kelsea Ballerini will perform and act as the solo host for the CMT Music Awards. Kelsea has been hosting the show since 2021 with Kane Brown, including the 2022 show, which they hosted remotely.

She says, “I couldn’t be more excited to be back for my fourth year with my CMT family to host this year’s CMT Music Awards in Austin, Texas. Hosting an awards show that celebrates the music that the fans love most has been an honor, and I know this year will be another unforgettable night.”

The CMT Music Awards air live from the Moody Center in Austin, Texas on April 7th.