Birthday girl Miranda Lambert, a nine-time nominee, had a major night at Wednesday's CMA Awards from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena.
After being named female vocalist of the year by country music legend Loretta Lynn, a tearful Lambert said, "The woman that paved the way for all females, ever, in country music is standing here beside me and handed me this award. I'm going to keep going for the other women in this industry."
In the end, though, the night's top honor went to the show's host, Brad Paisley, who was named entertainer of the year for the first time.
Getting choked up, the singer praised his late grandfather in his speech, thanked his wife for "rescuing me from despair" and paid tribute to country music fans.
"It sounds like a cliché when you say thanks to the fans … [and] I don't even mean mine. You guys are loyal to everyone in this room. It's the most amazing fan base in the world."
Lambert, who was also celebrating her 27th birthday, was the night's major winner, collecting a bounty of awards including album of the year for Revolution.
(source:people.com)
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