Charley Pride Honored With Lifetime Achievement At 2020 CMAs

During the 2020 CMA Music Awards, one legendary country singer was given the true honor of a lifetime as he was presented with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award – and that singer was none other than Charley Pride himself!

The 54th Annual CMA Awards came live across ABC nationwide from Nashville’s Music City Center and featured a bevy of performances and appearances by many artists both old and new.

“Charley Pride is the epitome of a trailblazer,” Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer said in a press release ahead of the show.“Few other artists have grown country music’s rich heritage and led to the advancement of country music around the world like Charley. His distinctive voice has created a timeless legacy that continues to echo through the country community today. We could not be more excited to honor Charley with one of CMA’s highest accolades.”

Previously, the award had been given to Willie Nelson who it is named after, Kenny Rogers, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and even Kris Kristofferson.

During the awards show, 86-year-old Charley Pride took to the stage to accept the award and gave a speech that brought millions to tears.

We are thrilled that an icon like Charley has been awarded this magnificent honor and he is truly deserving!

Check out a clip of his speech below and join us in congratulating him!