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2025 ACM Awards Best and Worst Dressed Stars: Red Carpet Photos — Yeehaw or Yikes?

May 8, 2025 7:00 pm·

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Several of the biggest names in the industry rode in with polished and cohesive outfits on the red carpet, incorporating classic western elements and looking camera-ready for the ceremony which is being live streamed from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas.

Blake Shelton, Eric Church and Lainey Wilson are among the performers set to take the stage and Keith Urban will be honored at the soiree with the ACM Triple Crown Award.

While many A-listers shined like stars on Thursday, May 8, there were some ensembles that simply fell flat.

Life & Style rounds up the best and worst dressed at the 2025 ACM Awards.

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Kelsea Ballerini – Best

Show performer Kelsea Ballerini nailed her red carpet look in a nude sequin dress with a glamorous tulle overlay along with a simple black top.

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GettyImages-2214133813 Moriah Smallbone 2025 ACMs

Moriah Smallbone – Worst

Singer Moriah Smallbone literally went as a cowboy bride with this hat and veil combo. Without it, her white corset cop and fitted skirt would have been great on their own.

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GettyImages-2214134169 Nicole Kidman 2025 ACMs

Nicole Kidman – Best

Just two days after Nicole Kidman wowed in an ultra-feminine gown at the 2025 Met Gala, she rocked a black leather sleeveless top with black trousers. Her husband, country superstar Keith Urban, is receiving the ACM Triple Crown Awards later in the evening.

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Jelly Roll – Best

After losing almost 200 pounds, Jelly Roll is really embracing stylish new looks when it comes to red carpet events. This Western wear jacket looks sensational on him.

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GettyImages-2214131684 Rita Wilson-2025 ACMs

Rita Wilson – Worst

While actress Rita Wilson‘s silver dress had a great shine, the more casual knee-length didn’t match the glamour. It would have been far prettier in a full-length style.

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GettyImages-2214133794 Carly Pearce 2025 ACMs

Carly Pearce – Best

Show presenter Carly Pearce‘s silver halter gown featured a daring thigh-high slit. The singer’s soft locks paired beautifully with the dress.

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Lainey Wilson – Best

Damn Lainey Wilson! She still loves her bell bottoms but these flowing pants with an incredible black textured jacket may be one of the singer’s most memorable red carpet looks.

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GettyImages-2214132719 Jessie Murph 2025 ACMs

Jessie Murph – Worst

Jessie Murph‘s long fringe top didn’t go with her pink leopard print pants and using a live piglet in place of a purse is pretty questionable.

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Reba McEntire – Best

Show host Reba McEntire loves her sequins but wore them in a very stylish way thanks to this gorgeous black pantsuit.

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Megan Moroney – Best

Megan Moroney‘s sunny yellow gown was the perfect look for a spring evening.

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GettyImages-2214127762 LeAnn Rimes 2025 ACM Awards

LeAnn Rimes – Best

“How Do I Live?” singer LeAnn Rimes looked so ethereal in a nude hued minidress with a corset bodice and a sheer overlay.

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GettyImages-2214124765 Morgan Wade 2025 ACM Awards

Morgan Wade – Worst

Morgan Wade is usually known for her edgy style, which made this pink paisley blazer all the more confusing.

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GettyImages-2214128685 Gabby Barrett 2025 ACM Awards

Gabby Barrett – Best

Gabby Barrett will be performing at the 2025 ACMs and donned a unique one-shouldered gown with a sleeve that formed a glove while walking the red carpet. The burgundy color looked divine.

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Annie Bosko – Worst

Singer Annie Bosko‘s attempt to pair a heavy brown fur shrug with fringe didn’t work with the light texture of her satin slip dress.

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GettyImages-2214125838 Gretchen Wilson 2025 ACMs

Gretchen Wilson – Best

Gretchen Wilson‘s chic black jacket had chic pearl and sequin accents while she showed off her figure with matching slim-cut trousers.

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