Country musician Randy Travis has been revealed as the recipient of CMT’s 2021 Artist of a Lifetime award.
Travis will be awarded the honor during this year’s CMT Artists of the Year event, airing live from Nashville on Wednesday, October 13th at 9PM ET / 8PM CT.
"To think you receive a Lifetime Achievement award for sharing your heart with the world through music is really beyond words of gratitude,” shared Travis. “CMT has been so good to me throughout my career and I'm happy they believe I gave something in return. I'm blessed and most thankful.”
Travis joins an all-star list of honorees who have received the award in years past including Reba McEntire (2019), Loretta Lynn (2018), Shania Twain (2016), Kenny Rogers (2015) and Merle Haggard (2014).
“It is a privilege to announce Randy Travis as the recipient of this year’s CMT Artist of a Lifetime award,” said CMT SVP/Music & Talent, Leslie Fram. “His historic career encompassing multiple genres illuminates his extraordinary talent, determination, and lasting influence on country music and beyond. Randy’s unmistakable, traditional Country sound has shaped multiple generations and we’re honored to celebrate this deserved lifetime honor with him.”
Travis will join previously announced 2021 Artists of The Year honorees Chris Stapleton, Gabby Barrett, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini and Luke Combs at the awards ceremony as well as Breakthrough Artist of the Year recipient, Mickey Guyton.
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