Introduction
The recent ACM Awards were a powerful testament to the undeniable force of women in country music, with Lainey Wilson once again claiming the coveted Entertainer of the Year title. But she wasn’t alone in her triumph. Rising sensation Ella Langley swept up five awards, a clear signal that the future of the genre is vibrantly female. As Langley declared on the red carpet, a confident glint in her eye, “We’re here to play ball.”
This sentiment is echoed by the strong bonds forming among these talented artists. Wilson, 33, has seemingly taken the 26-year-old Langley under her wing, joining the ranks of established stars like Miranda Lambert who champion emerging talent. Their connection, however, isn’t without its hilariously memorable moments.
During a recent chat on Taste of Country Nights, host Evan Paul cleverly prompted Langley for a question to pose to Wilson, who was slated to appear on the podcast later. Langley, with a mischievous grin, deadpanned, “Ask her if she’s fixed that one deck yet.” The mystery immediately piqued our curiosity!
When Wilson later joined the show, her laughter filled the air before she divulged the story. It turns out a lively evening of good times and good company with Langley and her publicist culminated in Wilson’s deck giving way beneath them! Thankfully, despite the minor mishap, no one was hurt. And no, for those wondering, the deck is still awaiting repairs.
This playful camaraderie extends beyond personal anecdotes into professional support. Fresh off their shared success at the ACMs, Lainey Wilson had the honor of presenting Ella Langley with the Rising Star award at Billboard’s Country Power Players 2025 event.
Wilson’s admiration for Langley is evident and deeply heartfelt. “From the moment I met her,” Wilson shared, “I saw that fire, that drive that’s absolutely essential in this business.” The Louisiana native emphasized that even before hearing Langley sing, she recognized something truly special. “She’s the type to dive in headfirst, giving 190 percent to everything she does,” Wilson continued, clearly proud.
“There’s no doubt she’s already made a significant impact,” Wilson affirmed, “and she’s not going anywhere. She has the courage and the tenacity to stay in this industry for as long as she desires.”
The reign of these country queens is just beginning, proving that when women uplift women, incredible things happen.
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