Taylor was honored with a Milestone Award at the Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, April 19 in Arlington, Texas. The award recognizes artists that have advanced the popularity and acceptance of country music by accomplishing milestones unique to the Academy of Country Music. Taylor’s mother Andrea presented her with the award and gave a heartwarming speech thanking the ACMs for honoring Taylor as well as the entire music community for taking such good care of her. As part of her acceptance, Taylor praised country music for the way it shaped her career.
“I’m so happy I learned to write songs in a town like Nashville,” said Taylor. “I’m so glad I learned what hard work is from my heroes who are sitting here.”
Other Milestone Award recipients include:
Garth Brooks
Brooks & Dunn
Kenny Chesney
Miranda Lambert
Reba McEntire
George Strait
Here are a few amazing shots of Taylor from the night.
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