Walsh joins CMA line-up

Wednesday, November 13, 2019 – The 53rd Annual CMA Awards announced additional performers and presenters to its previously announced lineup this morning.

Joe Walsh of the Eagles joins Dierks Bentley alongside Sheryl Crow, Chris Janson and John Osborne for a special performance honoring Kris Kristofferson, the 2019 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

Additional presenters include Jimmie Allen and Cody Johnson, "Good Morning America" contributor Lara Spencer and actress and producer Reese Witherspoon.

Carly Pearce and Michael Ray will host the CMA Awards pre-telecast, where CMA Musician of the Year will be presented to the winner.