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Brooks & Dunn Deliver Heartfelt Speech After Winning Duo of the Year at the 60th ACM Awards
At the 60th Annual ACM Awards, legendary country duo Brooks & Dunn took the stage to accept the prestigious “Duo of the Year” award, delivering a heartfelt and humble speech that resonated with fans everywhere.
“We’ve been doing this for a long time, and not for one second have we ever taken it for granted,” they shared, expressing deep gratitude for the continued support of the country music community. Their words were a touching reminder of their enduring journey and the loyalty they’ve built over more than three decades.
The duo also gave a shoutout to longtime friends and collaborators, including John Hickman and Jerry, adding a personal touch to their moment on stage. “God bless country music and America,” they declared proudly, a sentiment that drew enthusiastic applause from the audience.
With their trademark charm and humor, they closed their speech with a light-hearted line: “Thanks for paying our rent for the last 30 years. God bless y’all. Let’s party on!”
The moment wasn’t just a personal win for Brooks & Dunn—it was a celebration of the passion, perseverance, and unbreakable bond between artists and fans in the world of country music. Once again, the duo proved why they remain icons in the genre.