Cody Johnson Surprises Fans by Dedicating Entertainer of the Year Win to Luke Combs

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News (1 / 1) 18.05.2026 06:57 / Simo

Cody Johnson dominated the 2026 ACMs, taking Entertainer of the Year and turning his speech into a surprising tribute to fellow nominee Luke Combs — an emotional moment that left the room buzzing. Read on to discover the full story!

Heartfelt dedication on the Las Vegas stage

On May 17 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, the 38-year-old country star accepted Entertainer of the Year — his first win after three nominations — and publicly dedicated the award to Luke Combs. Johnson recalled watching Combs devote himself to country music, even missing a family birth while on tour in Australia, then returning to perform for packed arenas.