They don't call it Country Music's Biggest Night for nothing!
Luke Bryan hosted the 2021 CMA Awards live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 10. And from the first red carpet appearance to the last trophy of the night, there were several unforgettable moments.
In terms of the awards, Chris Stapleton took home the most statues of the evening with four wins, including for Male Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year, Single of the Year and Song of the Year. Carly Pearce was named Female Vocalist of the Year, and Brothers Osborne received the honor for Vocal Duo of the Year. In addition, Luke Combs won the top prize of Entertainer of the Year.
There was also a star-studded lineup of performers. Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson, Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert, Mickey Guyton, Dan + Shay, Eric Church, Blake Shelton and Kane Brown were just a few of the artists to take the stage.
In addition, there were tons of celebrity presenters, including Kelsea Ballerini, Florida Georgia Line, Darius Rucker, Lady A, Katy Perry, Susan Sarandon, Lionel Richie, Trisha Yearwood and Elle King.
While viewers were able to watch the award show on TV, there may have been a few candid moments they didn't catch. To see a few of the best ones, scroll on.
The "Firework" singer, dressed in custom Vivienne Westwood, and the "Stuck on You" star snapped a selfie backstage while attending the award show to support their fellow American Idol judge.
The New Artist of the Year winner shared a sweet moment with his wife backstage.
This is how they roll. The Florida Georgia Line star and his wife Hayley posed for a picture with the Dan + Shay duo and Dan's wife Abby.
The couple, who were up in the Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year categories for their hit "Chasing After You," showed some PDA on the red carpet.
The Oscar winner dazzled in a black YSL dress and LALAoUNIS jewels while supporting her husband. During the evening, the "You'll Think of Me" star took the stage to perform.
The "Come a Little Closer" artist shared a laugh with the "One Margarita" musician and the award show host's wife on the red carpet.
We love every little thing about this photo of the singer.
The "Peter Pan" star proudly held up her trophies after winning in the Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year categories for her song with Kenny Chesney "half of my hometown."
Before the big event, Darius, who hosted the event last year, gave Luke some advice. "Have fun!" he told Billboard. "You're going to rehearse your butt off, but go have fun with it because if you don't, it looks like you're not having fun with it." By the looks of this photo, it looks like Luke took Darius' words of wisdom.
The couple had a beautiful crazy night celebrating Luke's big win.
Thumbs up! The "Unforgettable" artist, who was nominated for Male Vocalist of the Year, was ready for a good night.
Hats off to the "You Say" star and her runway-ready look.
The Bold Type actress and her musician hubby chatted with the "Fly" duo backstage.
This pic of the American Idol alum is one for the scrapbooks.
The New Artist of the Year nominee suited up in style for the big event.