Miranda Lambert honored the late Loretta Lynn at the CMA Awards and expressed her gratitude for the time they spent together. Lambert felt a personal connection to Lynn, who had a legendary career in country music. She cherished the moments they performed together and valued Lynn's advice and support. Lambert kept a treasured guitar Lynn signed for her at home and played it there. The CMA Awards also marked the first time Lambert, Carrie Underwood, and Reba McEntire sang together. Lambert also performed her song "Geraldene" at the ceremony.