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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCountry music icon Reba McEntire just dropped some exciting news that has fans buzzing with joy.
The 69-year-old superstar is set to return as host of the ACM Awards for the 17th time, further cementing her record as the most frequent host in the show\u2019s history.
While legendary figures like Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks have hosted before, Reba\u2019s reign remains unmatched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI\u2019m absolutely thrilled to be hosting the ACM Awards for the 17th time!\u201d McEntire shared enthusiastically.
\u201cIt\u2019s such an honor to be part of the past, present, and future of the Academy of Country Music alongside Amazon Prime Video.
I\u2019m counting down the days until I get to Texas and see everyone on May 16th!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ACM CEO Damon Whiteside lauded her incredible legacy, noting that no one has a stronger or more meaningful connection with the Academy than Reba.
With new music on the way, a powerful presence on TV, and a devoted global fanbase, he declared she\u2019s back and better than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But there was more good news\u2014Reba took to Instagram to reveal she\u2019ll be debuting brand-new music live during the show, making her comeback even more special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOh hey @ACMawards, have you missed me?\u201d she playfully posted.
\u201cI\u2019m so excited to host this year\u2019s Academy of Country Music Awards\u2026 and I\u2019ll also be performing fresh new music during the broadcast!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fans flooded the comments with excitement and disbelief.
One wrote, \u201cWait, NEW music?!?!\u201d while another added, \u201cYes @reba, we\u2019ve missed seeing you host! You\u2019re the absolute best!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many also thanked the Academy for bringing back their queen, calling her the heart and soul of the show.
This outpouring of love just goes to show how deeply fans still connect with Reba after all these years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 2024 ACM Awards are shaping up to be a truly memorable event with Reba at the helm.
Between her hosting return and the premiere of new music, this night will mark a major moment in country music history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Save the date: the ACM Awards will stream live on Prime Video on May 16.
This is one event you won\u2019t want to miss, as Reba once again shines front and center.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Twenty minutes ago, with tearful farewells, the family announced the heartbreaking news about legendary singer Reba McEntire\u2026 Country music icon Reba McEntire just dropped some exciting news that has fans buzzing with joy.The 69-year-old superstar is set to return as host of the ACM Awards for the 17th time, further cementing her record as the…<\/p>\n