Carrie Underwoodis passing the torch in 2020.
The “Before He Cheats” singerannounced on Instagramon Monday that while hosting the CMA Awards has been a highlight of her “entire career,” she feels that after 12 consecutive years in the position, it’s time to “pass the hosting torch.”
“One of thehighlights of 2019and of my entire career so far was being on stage with the legends that areReba [McEntire]andDolly Parton,” Underwood, 36, wrote on the social media platform alongside a photo of herself with the country music legends, as well as another picture with longtime co-hostBrad Paisley.
“I’m so proud that we could celebrate the incredible female artists that are part of the legacy of country music, past, present and future, and I’m thankful for the huge audiences all over the world that tuned in to see it,” she continued.
The Grammy-winning artist reflected on more than a decade of hosting the iconic country music show, adding how thankful she is for the experience.
Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Dolly Parton.Mark J Terrill/AP/Shutterstock
“It’s hard to believe that it was my 12th year hosting and I will always treasure every show, from the 11 that I was so lucky to do with my partner in crime and friend for life, Brad Paisley, to sharing the stage with two of my all-time heroes.”
“I’m so incredibly grateful to everyone involved with the CMA Awards all these years,” Underwood continued. “It’s hard to imagine topping what we have accomplished together, so I’ve decided that it’s time to pass the hosting torch (at least for now!) to others that will cherish it and honor it as much as I do.”
Carrie Underwood.Terry Wyatt/Getty
“I’ve got so many exciting things coming in the new year and beyond, and I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for all of us. #blessed #MemorableMoments,” she finished.
Underwood and Paisley first hosted the CMA Awards together in 2008. Since then, Underwood has snagged seven CMA Awards of her own, and at this year’s awards wasnominatedforentertainer of the year. Hervery first appearanceat the awards show was in 2005 after winningAmerican Idol, where she performed “Jesus, Take the Wheel.”
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Underwood also performed her single “Drinking Alone” from her latest album,Cry Pretty.
source: people.com
