Reba McEntire is set to host the Academy of Country Music Awards for a record 17th time. The music legend also talks about the discussion Beyoncé's “Cowboy Carter” album has created about the lack of diversity among fans and singers in country music.

Reba McEntire is back in the saddle as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards, returning to the top job for a record 17th time. The veteran country artist will lead the 2024 edition of the ACM Awards, set for Thursday, May 16, at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT/5 p.m. PT from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas.

For a record 17th time, Reba McEntire will host the Academy of Country Music Awards, taking place May 16 in Frisco, Texas. McEntire, 69, has won 16 ACM Awards of her own and was named ACM Entertainer of the Year in 1994.

The Academy of Country Music, Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions have named Reba McEntire as host of the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards. This marks country star’s 17th time as host/co-host of the ceremony — the most of any artist — and the first since it moved from CBS to Prime Video in

Reba McEntire is returning to host the Academy Of Country Music Awards for a record 17th time when she takes the stage at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas on May16.