How Miranda Lambert's bittersweet childhood experience made her stronger than ever

Miranda Lambert lives at home in Tennessee with her husband Brendan McLouglin but on Saturday the country singer gave fans a rare insight into what that looks like exactly.EXCLUSIVE: Miranda Lambert is preparing for an unexpected change to her appearanceThe 39-year-old shared pictures and video of her seven rescue pets hanging out with their parents, including one video that saw Brendan doing push-ups with Delta Dawn on his back and another that saw the pet in the swimming pool.WATCH: Miranda Lambert shares hilarious videos of husband and rescue pets"Happy Saturday y’all. It’s national adopt a shelter pet day!" she captioned the post, adding: "Here are some of my favorite moments with my rescue herd! Adopt, don't shop!"She then revealed their names, sharing that she has five dogs named Thelma, Louise, Delta Dawn, Cher, Bellamy, and two cats - Tequila and Macaroni.MORE: Miranda Lambert stuns in skinny jeans in first performance since sad loss"That baby on the float is my favorite," commented one fan, as another joked: "Delta Dawn is a QUEEN on her float.""Rescuing is the best! Thank you for promoting adoption!!" added another.A post shared by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert)The pictures also showed the Bluebird singer lying down on the ground, resting her head on Great Pyrenee Thelma, while in one Tequila and Macaroni cuddled together.The day before Miranda released new album Palomino and to celebrate her new record, the country music singer shared insight into some of the songs that hold significant importance to her.One, in particular, paid tribute to Brendan, as Miranda posted an audio clip of a song called Tourist alongside photographs from her travels around the world with her husband.

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Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticYou remember the old quote about how “Ginger Rogers did everything Fred Astaire did… backwards and in high heels”? Miranda Lambert has a variation on that. Talking about her first time prevailing at the Academy of Country Music Awards this year in the entertainer of the year category, and what a long-overdue triumph it has been for Carrie Underwood and then her to score in that eternally male-dominated division, the singer says that the two of them “we know what we put into it.

A true wild card. Miranda Lambert is known for speaking her mind through her music — and she’s not afraid to get candid about the country music scene, either.

Andrew Barker Senior Features Writer“Palomino” is Miranda Lambert’s fourth studio album of the past decade, but that number doesn’t quite capture the tear she’s been on. That period also saw her release three albums with her trio Pistol Annies, as well as last year’s stripped-down demo collection “The Marfa Tapes,” on which Lambert and fellow Texans Jack Ingram and Jon Randall traded tunes and banter over a campfire.

HunterGirl did it again, moving forward into the next round of “American Idol” and celebrated with a Miranda Lambert cover.

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Chris Willman Music WriterJason Aldean and Carrie Underwood came out on top of “The CMT Music Awards” in the show’s broadcast premiere on CBS, picking up the top honor for video of the year, which was voted upon by fans during the three-hour telecast. The pair also picked up an additional trophy for their song “If I Didn’t Love You,” for collaborative video of the year.Cody Johnson was Monday night’s other two-time winner, picking up male video of the year for “‘Til You Can’t” and an award for a CMT digital performance.Miranda Lambert, who just walked away with an Academy of Country Music Award for entertainer of the year last month, had more reason to celebrate at the CMTs, as she won for female video of the year for “If I Was a Cowboy.” Maddie & Tae were surprise winners for duo/group, for “Woman You Got,” and Parker McCollom claimed breakthrough video with his hit “To Be Loved by You.”The show was co-hosted by actor Anthony Mackie, last-minute draftee Kane Brown and — gamely appearing from her living room and backyard, due to a positive COVID test two days earlier — Kelsea Ballerini.“Seventeen years in the game and this is the first time I’ve ever won video of the year,” said Aldean, who has waited his turn for a major country awards honor, having been passed over plenty of times by the CMAs and ACMs — and even, as he said, CMTs — despite his country superstar status.

It was a great night full of the biggest stars in country music at the 2022 CMT Music Awards!

Miranda Lambert and husband Brendan McLoughlin gave fans a sweet moment on Monday at the CMT Music Awards when they were spotted singing along to Gabby Barrett's performance.MORE: 2022 CMT Music Awards' best-dressed stars: LeAnn Rimes, Maren Morris + moreGabby sang her new single Pick Me Up - for the first time live on TV - alongside her husband Cade Foehner, but it was the moment that the cameras caught midway through the song that had fans talking.WATCH: Sweet moment between Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin you may have missed at CMT Music Awards"Omg @mirandalambert and her hubby singing along to @GabbyBarrett_ just made my night," tweeted one fan as others praised Gabby, a former American Idol hopeful for her incredible performance."The CMT Music Awards are just such a fun show to be a part of, and I’m so honored to be performing!" Gabby had shared before the big show.Exclusive: Carly Pearce teases exciting tour update that fans will loveMORE: CMT Music Awards 2022: The most stylish couples on the red carpet"This show is all about the fans and I’m so grateful to all of you who have supported me and my music along the way!"Fans also saw amazing performances from Maren Morris and husband Ryan Hurd, BRELAND, and Carly Pearce, while a pre-recorded performance by Carrie Underwood gave fans a sneak peek into her Las Vegas residency.

Miranda Lambert has the support of her hubby at the 2022 CMT Music Awards!

Music City is coming to your living room! The 2022 CMT Music Awards will airs live from Nashville, Tennessee, on Monday, April 11, and every major country star is going to be there.

Cowboy meets couture! Danielle Bradbery and more stars put their spin on country chic while walking the 2022 CMT Music Awards red carpet.

Miranda Lambert had quite the big news to share with fans as she revealed that she was back on top in her native United States.MORE: How Miranda Lambert's bittersweet childhood experience made her stronger than everThe singer revealed that her collaboration with Elle King, Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home), had hit the number one position on the Country Airplay chart in the US.VIDEO: Miranda Lambert shares video with her dog Delta Dawn, a pug and chihuahua mixNot only was the number one a big deal for the singer in itself, it proved to be an even bigger achievement considering it was the first time an all-female duet had reached the top in almost 30 years.The last song to do so was Reba McEntire and Linda Davis' Does He Love You back in 1993, making this historic achievement all the more special for Miranda.MORE: Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift go head to head at 2022 Billboard AwardsShe posted pictures of herself and Elle from their music video, donning several revealing looks, even showing off the studded bra she wore underneath, as they engaged in rambunctious behavior for the clip.A post shared by Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert)Miranda celebrated her collab with Elle going to number one on Country AirplayShe shared a heartfelt statement, saying: "Drunk is number 1!!! @elleking is one of my favorite artists and one of my favorite people to be around. I am proud to call her my friend and I'm so glad she asked me to do this song with her. "The fact that a duet by 2 women hasn't been a number 1 in country music since 1993 is crazy to me.

NASHVILLE, Tennessee -- Country star Kelsea Ballerini is making a last-minute pivot to co-hosting the CMT Music Awards remotely after testing positive for COVID-19 days before the show.Ballerini and actor Anthony Mackie were set to host the Monday night awards show airing on CBS from Nashville. But on Monday morning, CMT and CBS announced that Ballerini will remain home.

Faith Hill is officially returning to the CMT Awards. The country music star will make an appearance at the show for the first time in over a decade.The 54-year-old last appeared 12 years ago in 2010.

Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift will go head to head as the only three nominees for Top Country Female Artist at the 2022 Billboard Awards.Exclusive: Ashley McBryde opens up about making history, Miranda Lambert and new musicThe annual ceremony will take place in Las Vegas on May 15, and this year's nominees include The Weeknd who is nominated for an incredible 17 awards including Top Artist, Top Male Artist and Top 100 Artist.WATCH: The Weeknd takes top prize at the 2021 Billboard Music AwardsDoja Cat is the leading female artist as a finalist in 14 categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top 100 Artist. First-time nominee Olivia Rodrigo was named in 13 categories total — including Top New Artist, Top Female Artist and Top 100 Artist — and her album SOUR is a finalist for Top Billboard 200 album along with Adele's 30 and Morgan Wallen's Dangerous: The Double Album.Carrie is up for four including Top Christian Artist, and Miranda is also nomnated for Top Rock Song for her duet with Elle King.MORE: Where 10 of the most searched for millionaires live - from Taylor Swift to Kylie JennerMORE: Miranda Lambert makes huge career announcement as she reveals Las Vegas residencyDrake holds the record for most number of Billboard wins ever with 29, and he is nominated for 11 this year, but if he wins none and Taylor Swift wins five of the seven she is up for, she may take that record.Top Country Artist nominees this year are Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Morgan, Walker Hayes and Taylor.

Ashley McBryde has already had an incredible start to her year. Not only did she win an ACM Award, but she's also nominated at the upcoming CMT Music Awards and is heading out on tour.MORE: Inside country music singers' jaw-dropping homes: Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert + moreThe country music singer spoke exclusively to HELLO! US about making history with Carly Pearce, Miranda Lambert, and Elle King – for the first time ever, two all-female collaborations hit the Top 10 on country radio – her healthy competition with Miranda and teased some music news that her fans are going to love!WATCH: Ashley McBryde & Carly Pearce collaborate on Never Wanted To Be That Girl "I saw it and I sent a screenshot to Elle [King].

Miranda Lambert had some sad news to share with fans over the weekend right before the 64th Annual Grammy Awards are slated to take place on Sunday night.MORE: Miranda Lambert wows in the ultimate cowgirl outfitThe country singer revealed in an interview with ABC Audio that she wouldn't be able to attend this year's ceremony because of several clashes.VIDEO: Miranda Lambert shares surprising news about CMA performance"I'm not getting to go again," she said, sharing that the ceremony comes right in the middle of pre-production for her Bandwagon Tour with Little Big Town.It also comes at a time when she's busy preparing for the release of her new album, Palomino, which is due to drop on 29 April, 2022.MORE: Miranda Lambert makes huge career announcement as she reveals Las Vegas residency"So, I'm slammed this month, with the record coming out and everything," she added. However, she revealed that her collaborators on The Marfa Tapes, Jon Randall and Jack Ingram, will be in attendance.A post shared by Good Morning America (@goodmorningamerica)Miranda revealed she would be unable to attend this year's GrammysWhile they'll be "representing the home team," she did admit that she didn't feel great about missing out on the biggest night in music.