Who needed a red carpet when 2009's Entertainer of the Year hit the scene?
The Oscar winner looks poised before making her award-show singing debut with the title tune from Country Strong.
Pretty in pink, it was a revolutionary night for the Album of the Year winner.
The Oklahoma-bred beauty cohosted the CMAs with Brad Paisley for the third year in a row and marked four months of marriage to NHL player Mike Fisher.
Gwyneth's Country Strong costar introduced a performance by pal Taylor Swift.
The pop-country crossover success helped pay tribute to Loretta Lynn.
The Aussie actress is always by her hubby's side at these things.
The Hollywood couple were on hand to support Kelley's brother, Lady Antebellum's Charles Kelley.
The golden trio had a big night, including wins for Vocal Group and Single of the Year.