Carena Liptak

Carena Liptak is a writer and editor based in New York. She is a fan of strong coffee, big dogs and great country music.

Did You Spot Gwen Stefani’s Kids Cheering Blake Shelton on at the 2026 ACM Awards?

Gwen Stefani couldn't make it...but two of her sons were there cheering Blake on!

Did Morgan Wallen + Hardy Just Throw Shade at the ACM Awards?

Morgan Wallen and Hardy appeared to take subtle jabs at the ACM Awards on social media, after both of them skipped the show.

Cody Johnson Reveals What He Said After Luke Combs Missed His Son’s Birth

As a father and a touring artist, Johnson understood what Combs was going through.

Who Are Ella Langley’s Parents, Grandparents + Siblings?

If you listen to Ella Langley's music, you'll know just how important family is to her.

‘Duck Dynasty': Sadie Robertson’s Daughter’s Health Problems Revealed

After two choking episodes, Sadie Robertson Huff's infant daughter Kit was diagnosed with a serious medical condition that required surgery.

The 2026 ACM Entertainer of the Year Category Revealed a Big Problem

How should the ACM Awards fix it? We've got an idea or two.

7 Country Stars Who Skipped the 2026 ACM Awards [Photos]

A few major stars were notably absent at the awards show.

Ella Langley Struggled at the 2026 ACMs — Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert Helped

"Thank you to the women," Ella Langley said as she accepted her ACM Female Artist of the Year trophy. "I would not be standing up here without the women."

Keith Urban Kept It Casual + Cool on the 2026 ACM Awards Red Carpet [Photos]

Keith Urban's been working on a yacht rock album, and maybe that's what inspired his relaxed, easygoing ACM Awards carpet look.

Ella Langley Was Ethereal On the 2026 ACM Awards Red Carpet [Photos]

2026 is the year of Ella, and she looked every bit the part.