The Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award is an immense honor for country musicians. At the 2024 CMA Awards legendary country musician George Strait earned his dues! On a night filled with beautiful performances, Strait’s touching acceptance speech stole the show.
In his acceptance speech, among gratitude expressed towards bandmates, record labels, and fans, Strait expressed special gratitude to his wife of ‘an amazing 53 years!’ Here, he acknowledged his wife’s unwavering support throughout Strait’s career.
George Strait – Lifetime Achievement Award Performance (CMA Awards 2024)
The evening was solidified as Strait’s all-star tribute! Ranging from performances of Amarillo by Morning to Troubadour, the event was lit up even further with a duet of Honky Tonk Hall of Fame with Strait and Chris Stapleton.
If this performance piques your interest, then you’ve only begun to scratch the surface with all Strait has in store! Check out his performance of I Cross My Heart, a song that crystallizes Strait’s relationship with his wife.
George Strait – I Cross My Heart (Official Music Video)
Strait has been breaking records left and right, such as the largest ticketed concert in US history with over 110,000 fans in 2024, over 30 platinum albums, and 60 No.1 hits! Clearly, there is no stopping Strait, and this award was long overdue.
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