Lainey Wilson, Tucker Wetmore & More Nominated for 2026 CMA International Awards: Full List of Nominees
The recipients across six categories will be announced later this year.
The Country Music Association has unveiled the finalists for the 2026 CMA International Awards. Three categories were announced, each acknowledging artists and broadcasters whose contributions have propelled country music's global presence. The International Country Broadcaster Award honors Shannon Ella of iHeartRadio/Pure Country (Canada), Bob Harris of BBC Radio 2 (United Kingdom), Baylen Leonard of Absolute Radio Country (United Kingdom), and Justin Thomson of iHeartCountry AU (Australia).
The International Artist Achievement Award recognizes Jordan Davis, Drake Milligan, Tucker Wetmore, and Lainey Wilson for their exceptional growth and promotion of country music beyond the U.S. during the eligibility period. Meanwhile, the Jeff Walker Global Country Artist Award goes to Wade Forster of Australia, Gareth of the United Kingdom, James Johnston of Australia, and Tami Neilson of New Zealand.
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