Miranda Lambert to Receive Country Icon Award at People's Choice Country Awards

Miranda Lambert is set to be honored with the Country Icon Award at the upcoming People's Choice Country Awards, as announced by NBC on August 22. The second annual awards show will take place on September 26 at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, airing live at 8 p.m. EDT on NBC and streaming on Peacock. A red carpet event, "Live From E! People's Choice Country Awards," will precede the main event, starting at 6 p.m. EDT on E!. Lambert, a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, has made a significant impact on the country music scene over the past two decades. Her notable hits include "The House That Built Me," "Heart Like Mine," and "Somethin' Bad," a collaboration with Carrie Underwood. Jen Neal, EVP of live events and specials for NBC Universal Entertainment, praised Lambert's career, highlighting her groundbreaking albums and the deep connection she has forged with fans worldwide. In addition to receiving the prestigious award, Lambert is gearing up for the release of her ninth solo album, "Postcards from Texas," which is set to drop on September 13, just ahead of the awards ceremony. The event will be hosted by Shania Twain, adding to the excitement of the evening. This year’s nominations are led by Beyoncé with 12 nods, followed closely by Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves with 11 and 10 nominations, respectively, showcasing a diverse array of talent in the country music genre.