Only three women have won CMA Entertainer of the Year more than once, and Miranda Lambert is one of them. So when Lainey Wilson, the rising star who many thought might claim the title, admitted she believed Miranda and others deserved it more, fans perked up. The surprise came later, when Miranda shared who she thought should win.
Miranda did not brush off Lainey’s praise. She responded with love, calling Lainey a sister in country music, while also pointing out the tough grind that comes with sudden fame. Yet when asked who she would pick for the award, Miranda did not choose herself or Lainey. She pointed at Morgan Wallen, a name that instantly lit up fan debates.
Miranda Lambert Heard What Lainey Wilson Said + OWNED It!
Fans quickly filled the comment sections with mixed emotions. One person wrote that Miranda’s answer “was classic Miranda, honest and unapologetic.” Another said it was refreshing to see women in country lifting each other up, even while disagreeing.
That back-and-forth between humility and honesty set the stage for another story where Lainey and Miranda shared more than spotlight talk. In a quieter moment, away from award chatter, Lainey opened up about how Miranda offered her something far more valuable than career advice: peace of mind and a place to breathe.
Lainey Wilson Shares the Story Behind “Good Horses” and Writing with Miranda Lambert
Lainey recalled how Miranda welcomed her to her farm, asking her not about charts or fame, but, “How’s your head? How’s your heart?” After a much-needed nap in Miranda’s guesthouse, Lainey woke with a new fire. Alongside Miranda and Luke Dick, she wrote “Good Horses,” a song sparked by that stillness and made unforgettable when three bluebirds landed nearby.
Together these moments show Miranda’s depth. She is both the sharp, seasoned voice who can make a bold pick in a high-stakes award conversation and the gentle mentor who opens her home for healing. That balance is why fans keep coming back. Follow Miranda Lambert on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for more stories that prove she is more than a star, she is a guide.