Carrie Underwood drops huge surprise on 40th birthday and fans are freaking out

2023 CMT Music Awards!The latest round of performers for the upcoming awards show was announced on Tuesday, adding Alanis Morissette and Gwen Stefani to the star-studded lineup.Morissette will take the stage alongside Ingrid Andress, Lainey Wilson, Madeline Edwards and Morgan Wade, plus Austin native Jackie Venson on guitar, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of CMT's «Next Woman of Country» franchise with a performance of her hit «You Oughta Know.:Stefani will team up with Carly Pearce for their first-ever on-stage collaboration, two years after winning her first CMT Award with hubby Blake Shelton. The pair took home Collaborative Video of the Year for their duet “Nobody But You.”Meanwhile, Shania Twain will become the third-ever winner of the CMT Equal Play Award, which recognizes „an artist who is a visible and vocal advocate for elevating diverse and underrepresented voices in country music.“ Previous winners of the award include Jennifer Nettles and Linda Martell. The trio joins previously-announced performers Shelton, Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, co-hosts Kelsea Ballerini and Kane Brown, and more.A Video of the Year nominee, Shelton recently spoke with ET about why he thinks the CMT Music Awards „means more“ than your typical awards show — and it boils down to the fans.»Our industry, there’s so many under-the-table political things going on, it’s always nice to win any award, but when you know for sure [that] fans took the time and they voted for you, then that means the world."«I love being able to be a part of a show like that because I just feel like they have more credibility to me,» he added.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic The CMT Music Awards telecast has added some star power to this coming Sunday’s CBS telecast, with a couple of pairings that match famous female pop stars with women artists in the country world, plus a lifetime honor for crossover queen Shania Twain. On the collaborative front, Gwen Stefani will join recent No. 1 country hitmaker Carly Pearce for a duet of a yet-unannounced song. And Alanis Morissette will be joined on her original signature number, “You Oughta Know,” by four of country’s most compelling young artists — Morgan Wade, Madeline Edwards and chart-toppers Lainey Wilson and Ingrid Andress (plus guitarist Jackie Venson) — as part of a salute to the 10th anniversary of CMT’s Next Women of Country initiative. All four of Morissette’s singing counterparts on this collab came up being featured as part of the annual Next Women lineups.

Kelly Clarkson got fans very excited by teasing what many believe might be an imminent musical comeback on social media.

Carrie Underwood is living out her wildest dreams.The singer's latest tour, Denim and Rhinestones – her seventh – is well under way, and as she continues to rock stage after stage, she's looking back at her humble beginnings.Carrie, 40, has come a long way: a small-town Oklahoma girl who won American Idol's fourth season in 2005 and now performs alongside icons such as Axl Rose. No wonder the Grammy-winning multiplatinum selling artist has branded herself "the luckiest girl in the world." You can see some of her show-stopping performances in the video below.WATCH: Carrie Underwood showcases incredibly toned legs with impressive tour videoMORE: Carrie Underwood drops huge surprise on 40th birthday and fans are freaking outAfter performing a show-stopping concert, at Los Angeles' Crypto.com arena, Carrie got nostalgic about when she first arrived in the famed city.She wrote on Instagram: "I'm from a small town in OK… I currently live outside of Nashville, TN… but I've got roots in LA, too."MORE: Carrie Underwood facing huge milestone - but how will her husband react?Recalling what a momentous trip it was, she added: "I took my first plane ride when I was 21 years old out to LA during auditions for #AmericanIdol.

Carrie Underwood recently invited Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose on stage to perform the latter’s ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ together at her recent concert in Los Angeles.Underwood brought Rose out during the encore portion of her set at the Crypto.com Arena on March 13, where both of them would sing a rendition of Guns N’ Roses’ ‘Welcome To The Jungle’.Watch the pair perform ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ below.This performance would mark the first time that Carrie Underwood and Axl Rose have performed the track together. Underwood first performed with the Guns N’ Roses frontman in April last year, when she brought him out to perform ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ and ‘Paradise City’ during her headlining performance at California’s Stagecoach Festival 2022.Elsewhere during her concert, Underwood performed a slew of her biggest hits including ‘Good Girl’, ‘Hate My Heart’, ‘Ghost Story’ and ‘Last Name’ before ending the show with ‘Before He Cheats’.Axl Rose and his Guns N’ Roses bandmates are set to headline Glastonbury later this year alongside Elton John and Arctic Monkeys.

Kelly Clarkson is officially a single lady after her after her divorce from Brandon Blackstock was finalised in 2022 - but is the TV star and award-winning singer dating anyone? Rumors started spiralling a few years ago about a blossoming relationship wiht country music singer Brett Eldredge, following their Christmas duet, Under the Mistletoe in 2020.But while Brett is the first to admit that he's a very private man – but after years of speculation he finally felt ready to address the situation.MORE: Brett Eldredge inundated with support after health newsThe Songs About You singer opened up during an exclusive interview with HELLO! US, confirming his admiration for the Whole Lotta Woman hitmaker.Admitting he has been a fan of Kelly's since her breakthrough on American Idol, Brett said of their duet: "Kelly reached out about doing Under The Mistletoe and I'm a huge fan of hers. I remember seeing her in concert when she was on the American Idol tour after she had just won and I was so in awe of the power of her voice and just the person she was."WATCH: Brett Eldredge shares sad health news with fansMORE: Kelly Clarkson makes surprising confession about marriageSEE: Kelly Clarkson surprises fans with latest look amid her 40th birthdayHe added: "I couldn't believe I got to sing with her.

2023 CMT Music Awards!The first round of performers for the upcoming awards show was announced on Tuesday and includes stars like Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, co-host Kelsea Ballerini and more.The names join previously announced performers Carrie Underwood and co-host Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn Brown. A Video of the Year nominee, Shelton recently spoke with ET about why he thinks the CMT Music Awards «means more» than your typical awards show — and it boils down to the fans.«Our industry, there’s so many under-the-table political things going on, it’s always nice to win any award, but when you know for sure [that] fans took the time and they voted for you, then that means the world.»«I love being able to be a part of a show like that because I just feel like they have more credibility to me,» he added.

2023 CMT Music Awards!The first round of performers for the upcoming awards show was announced on Tuesday and includes stars like Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, co-host Kelsea Ballerini and more.The names join previously announced performers Carrie Underwood and co-host Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn Brown. A Video of the Year nominee, Shelton recently spoke with ET about why he thinks the CMT Music Awards «means more» than your typical awards show — and it boils down to the fans.«Our industry, there’s so many under-the-table political things going on, it’s always nice to win any award, but when you know for sure [that] fans took the time and they voted for you, then that means the world.»«I love being able to be a part of a show like that because I just feel like they have more credibility to me,» he added.

energetic onstage performances, and following her 40th birthday this week, she made one fan's night by donning a surprise accessory.Alongside her hot pink bodysuit, which was studded with rhinestones, Carrie wrapped a 40th birthday sash around her torso, with one fan getting very excited in the comments. "I gave you that sash you're wearing and you absolutely made my night!" Carrie Underwood took to the stage in a hot pink bodysuitThe birthday sash wasn't Carrie's only special-occasion attire – she also added a pair of bejeweled jeans for an extra sparkly look, paying homage to the name of her tour, which is appropriately called: "The Denim and Rhinestones Tour."Carrie looked incredibly toned in her on-stage outfit, and it's no surprise that the 40-year-old looks so fabulous - she has her own fitness app, Fit52, and regularly shares insight into her workouts with the app.

Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson are spending more time together, this time at a birthday party.

Party run-in? Khloé Kardashian was all smiles at her friends Malika Haqq and Khadijah Haqq’s joint birthday bash — where her ex Tristan Thompson was also in attendance.

Carrie Underwood celebrated her 40th birthday with an incredible cheese wheel cake - that weighed over 70lbs - and wine bottles from 1983 onwards, but it was two homemade cards from her sons that the country star was quick to share with fans.Her boys, eight-year-old Isaiah and four-year-old Jake, both wrote love letters to their mom on her big day, revealing their favorite things they love about her. Carrie shared these sweet homemade cards"I love her snuggles, I love her kisses, I love her singing and most of all I love her love," write Isaiah, while Jake, with the help of their father Mike Fisher, wrote: "When she kisses me, how much she loves me, she's beautiful, her snuggles, when she dresses up in her dresses."Carrie was fortunate enough to be home with Mike and their young sons for the special day, as she had a couple of days off her Denim and Rhinestones tour.The star celebrated the big 4-0 on March 10 and she revealed the incredible gifts her husband surprised her with, taking to Instagram to share pictures from inside her sprawling Tennesse home surrounded by bottles of red wine and with a cake like no other."A cake tower made entirely of cheese wheels & a lifetime's worth of wines starting at 1983," she wrote.

Shining bright! Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian and more members of their famous family couldn’t have been more eager to celebrate friends Malika Haqq and Khadijah Haqq’s 40th birthday.

Khloe Kardashian is stepping out to celebrate her BFFs’ 40th birthday!

Carrie Underwood wasn't about to let her milestone birthday go down without a fuss.The star celebrated the big 4-0 on March 10 and she shared some very rich-looking gifts with her fans.Carrie took to Instagram with some photos of herself inside her sprawling Tennesse home - which just got a new addition you can see in the video below - surrounded by bottles of red wine and with a cake like no other.WATCH: Carrie Underwood's new addition to her unbelievable 400-acre ranch "A cake tower made entirely of cheese wheels & a lifetime's worth of wines starting at 1983," she wrote. "I feel understood."She added a crying with laughter emoji and a close up of the impressive cake too.RELATED: Carrie Underwood is flawless in daring workout ensemble MORE: Carrie Underwood raises questions with latest tour appearance that surprises fansHer husband, Mike Fisher, also posted a snapshot of his wife on social media with a heartfelt message."Happy birthday babe!! The boys and I love you so much!! #happybirthday," the former ice-hockey pro said.

Carrie Underwood is gearing up for a big moment in her life which is bound to spark a reaction from her husband, Mike Fisher. The singer - who is currently on her dazzling Denim and Rhinestones tour - will turn 40 on March 10, a moment Mike has likely been looking forward to. It appears Carrie has prepared for her big day with two days off her tour so that she can be with her family, but she may live to regret it. WATCH: Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher's incredible love story revealed When Mike turned 40 a few years ago, Carrie reveled in the moment, teasing him about his age. She took to Instagram at the time, and posted a video of herself laughing as she wished him a happy 40th. RELATED: Carrie Underwood is flawless in daring workout ensemble MORE: Carrie Underwood raises questions with latest tour appearance that surprises fans"Is that funny?" he asked with a smile. "Yeah, but won't be in three years for me," Carrie replied.  Mike regularly delights fans with his witty and amusing antics when it comes to his wife Now the time has come and Mike is bound to have a cheeky plan up his sleeve so that he can showcase his wicked sense of humor while wishing his wife a happy birthday. Carrie will hopefully be able to spend time with Mike and their two young sons, Jacob and Isaiah, and is expected to return to their sprawling Tennessee ranch where they live.MORE: Carrie Underwood says her 'heart is so full' during emotional leg of tourThe mom-of-two has been open about being a homebody and applauds Mike for bringing her out of her shell. A post shared by Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood)Carrie will take a break from her tour just in time for her birthday "I love being at home.

Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn Birkhead was named after her late brother, Daniel Wayne Smith, who tragically passed away in September 2006, aged 20.Dannielynn's late mother, Anna Nicole, wanted to pay tribute to her son by naming her newborn after him - and as a result - changed the original name she had for her.Larry Birkhead opened up about the name change during a rare interview on Larry King Live just after he was given custody of Dannielynn in June 2007 - following the death of Anna Nicole.VIDEO: Larry Birkhead talks being a dad to his and Anna Nicole Smith's daughter DannielynnHe explained: "Dannielynn's original name was going to be Hannah Rose, but when Daniel died Anna decided to change it to Dannielynn both in tribute to him, and Daniel always called Anna 'Mommalynn,' so it also acknowledged his nickname for her."He continued: "Marshall was Anna's married name, but on the birth certificate it was listed as a middle name, so I had it listed as a last name on my petition where I had the birth certificate changed to include my name. I wanted [Dannielynn] to have a piece of her mother's name.

A certain late night host shouldn’t give up his day job.

Country music singer-songwriter Lainey Wilson leads this year’s roster of CMT Music Awards nominations with a total of four nominations, including Video of the Year, Female Video of the Year, Collaborative Video of the Year and CMT Performance of the Year.

CMT Music Awards will have plenty of familiar faces — and a whole lot of new ones. Lainey Wilson leads the charge with four noms, including Performance of the Year and Female Video of the Year. Tied with three nominees apiece are first-time nominee Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, and CMT Music Awards co-host Kane Brown.Across all categories, CMT is recognizing 21 first-time nominees.Meanwhile, the first round of nominations for the highly coveted Video of the Year award has 16 acts, including another nod for Carrie Underwood, who reigns as the most awarded artist in CMT history with a total of 25 wins.