Chris Stapleton wins song, single of the year at CMA Awards
By ANDREW DALTON and KRISTIN M. HALL
AP Entertainment Writers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Chris Stapleton won both song and single of the year at the Country Music Association Awards, and the night’s not over yet. Stapleton took the awards for his song “Starting Over” and is nominated in three more categories, including entertainer of the year. The Brothers Osborne won vocal duo of the year for the fourth time. Lead singer T.J. Osborne, who came out as gay this year, was emotionally as he thanked the audience for its support. Jimmie Allen became the second Black performer to win best new artist. Luke Bryan is hosting the show from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
