Though she was not nominated for an award at this year’s Academy of Country Music event, Miranda Lambert stole the show in a “frisky” gown that drew her audience’s attention.
The Texas native – the “country queen” with “so much swagger” – strolled the red carpet in a scene-stealing barely-there gown that drew both acclaim and criticism from her admirers, one of whom said the singer prefers “trashy to classy.”
Reba McEntire hosted the 59th American Country Music Awards (ACMA) on May 17 in Frisco, Texas’ Ford Center at The Star.
Hitmakers such as Jelly Roll, Post Malone, Dua Lipa, Blake Shelton, and his ex-wife, the ravishing Miranda Lambert, who walked the red carpet prior to her single’s launch, all performed at the concert.
Lambert was not nominated this year, but over her storied career, she’s earned 37 ACM Awards, most recently winning video of the year and the prestigious entertainer of the year award at the 2022 ceremonies.
‘Country elegance’
Walking on the red carpet with Brendan McLoughlin, a former officer turned adoring lover, the Nashville Star first emerged in a high-slit black gown with a plunging V-neck. She completed the ensemble with a silver belt embellished with light blue details and a stylish silver handbag. Her husband of five years, McLoughlin, mirrored her beauty with a slick black suit and tie.
Online admirers congratulated Lambert, 40, and McLoughlin, who married in 2019 following a brief two-month courtship, on their stunning red carpet outfits.
Miranda’s fan comments, “You’re always well put together…in country elegance.” Brendan’s outfits (I adored his boutonnière) match you as well.”
Cheeky Cowgirl
Later, after changing into a cheeky cowgirl outfit, Lambert grabbed the stage to make her live debut with her tune “Wranglers.”
The “Kerosene” singer appeared on stage wearing darker jeans, a jacket with fringes dropping from the arms, and a bedazzled cowboy hat with two braids coming out the sides.
“You’re the BEST dressed couple at the CMAs. And last but not least ‘Wranglers’ was perfectly h-o-t!!! Well done,” enthused one fan.
A second, making a reference to Frisco – where the event was held – quips, “Now, they have changed the name to Frisky, Texas”
Coming apart at the seams
Meanwhile, McLoughlin’s evening was hampered by a wardrobe malfunction as his seams began to unravel.
On Instagram, the man posted a photo of himself wearing trousers with a large hole in his crotch area.
Fans immediately got into the comments area of his article, mocking about the tragic occurrence. “That happens when you’re runnin’ with the fastest girl in town,” comments one online enthusiast.
A second says, “I love how nothing is a big deal with these two; just go with it.” You two look amazing!
