Reba, Brooks & Dunn, and Rascal Flatts Earn ACM Nominations

The country music stars are up for awards at the upcoming ceremony.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 6:22pm

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An abstract, minimalist illustration composed of striking, angular silhouettes in deep red, orange, and blue tones, conceptually representing the iconic country music stars nominated for ACM Awards.The nominations of country legends Reba, Brooks & Dunn, and Rascal Flatts for the upcoming ACM Awards celebrate their lasting impact on the genre.Oklahoma City Today

Legendary country music artists Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, and Rascal Flatts have all been nominated for awards at the upcoming Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards ceremony. The nominations come ahead of the April 13 event, where Reba and fellow honoree Keith Carradine recently took part in a discussion moderated by actor Rex Linn at the National Cowboy Museum in Oklahoma City.

Why it matters

The ACM Awards are one of the most prestigious honors in country music, recognizing the top artists, songs, and albums of the past year. Reba, Brooks & Dunn, and Rascal Flatts are all titans of the genre, with decades of hits and awards between them, so their nominations highlight their continued relevance and impact on the country music landscape.

The details

The specific ACM Award nominations for the three artists have not yet been announced, but their inclusion among the nominees is a testament to their enduring popularity and critical acclaim. Reba and Keith Carradine's recent appearance at the National Cowboy Museum in Oklahoma City further underscores the artists' deep ties to the country music community.

  • The ACM Awards ceremony will take place on April 13, 2026.
  • Reba McEntire and Keith Carradine participated in a discussion moderated by Rex Linn at the National Cowboy Museum in Oklahoma City ahead of the awards show.

The players

Reba McEntire

A legendary country music singer and actress with multiple Grammy, CMA, and ACM awards to her name.

Brooks & Dunn

The country music duo of Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn, known for hits like "Neon Moon" and "Boot Scootin' Boogie".

Rascal Flatts

A popular country music trio consisting of Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus, and Joe Don Rooney, known for songs like "Bless the Broken Road" and "What Hurts the Most".

Keith Carradine

An acclaimed actor and singer who was also honored at the event alongside Reba McEntire.

Rex Linn

An actor who moderated the discussion between Reba McEntire and Keith Carradine at the National Cowboy Museum.

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What’s next

The specific ACM Award nominations for Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, and Rascal Flatts will be announced in the coming weeks ahead of the April 13 ceremony.

The takeaway

The recognition of these country music icons at the ACM Awards underscores their enduring popularity and influence in the genre. Their nominations, as well as Reba's recent appearance in Oklahoma, demonstrate the deep roots these artists have in the country music community.