The Cutest Couple Moments at the 2023 CMA Awards

Everyone's favorite country stars had date night on the red carpet.

Nicole Kidman in black cut-out dress putting her hand on Keith Urban's shoulder on red carpet

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For 57 years, the Country Music Association Awards has been recognizing outstanding talent in the industry. In addition to award presentations and live performances, the event also doubles as a lavish date night for celebrity couples in the country music world. On November 8, 2023, the 57th CMA Awards—which was hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning—took place in Nashville, Tennessee, and some of the biggest country artists and their spouses showed up on the red carpet. From wearing matching attire to stealing a peck during photo shoots, these pairs ensured the function was filled with precious moments.

Read on for the cutest couple moments from the 2023 CMA Awards.

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Lainey Wilson and Devlin Hodges

Lainey Wilson in black strapless dress and Devlin Hodges in black suit, both in matching cowboy hats and holding hands

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It was a big night for Lainey Wilson—she took home five trophies, including one for entertainer of the year—so her boyfriend, Devlin “Duck” Hodges, made sure to be her ultimate supporter on the red carpet. The couple stepped out holding hands and sporting matching cowboy hats. They also chose color-coordinated ensembles featuring Western nods, with Wilson in a black flared jumpsuit and Hodges in a black jacket and dress pants.

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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban in black attire on 2023 CMA Awards red carpet

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For the prestigious affair, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban coordinated their looks. While The Undoing actress donned a floor-length black gown with front cut-outs that showed off her midriff, the “Somebody Like You” singer matched his wife in a black button-up shirt and black pants. 

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Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes

Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini gazing into each other’s eyes on 2023 CMA Awards red carpet

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Since Kelsea Ballerini was nominated for female vocalist of the year at the 2023 CMA Awards, Chase Stokes made sure to attend the event to support his girlfriend. For the ceremony, the country artist channeled old Hollywood glamour in a pink one-shoulder gown from Christian Siriano’s Spring/Summer 2024 collection and wore her hair in barreling waves. The Outer Banks star looked dapper on her arm in an all-black ensemble.

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Ahsaki LaFrance-Chachere and Dennis Chachere

Ahsaki LaFrance-Chachere and Dennis Chachere in black geometric attire on the red carpet

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Ahsaki LaFrance-Chachere and Dennis Chachere strutted down the 2023 CMA Awards red carpet in style. While LaFrance-Chachere wore a strapless mermaid dress with a black and silver geometric pattern and black gloves, Chachere rocked a printed jacket in coordinating hues and turquoise necklaces.

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Caroline Boyer and Luke Bryan

Luke Bryan in all-black suit and Caroline Boyer in sequined dress with hand on hip

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The "County Girl" singer presented the awards ceremony, so of course, his wife of nearly two decades, Caroline Boyer, stood by his side. The couple also dressed to the nines, with Bryan in a leather blazer and Boyer in a sequined dress with a plunging neckline.

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Nicole Hocking and Luke Combs

Nicole Hocking in mini red dress and Luke Combs in plaid suit on red carpet

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Luke Combs, who won entertainer of the year the previous two years, took home single of the year on Wednesday night for his cover of "Fast Car" by Tracy Chapman. When he received the accolade, his wife, Nicole Hocking, was there to cheer him on, while she stunned in a red high-low dress with an off-the-shoulder neckline and ruffled detailing. Meanwhile, Combs secured his award in a plaid suit.

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Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton

Morgane Stapleton in colorful floral dress and Chris Stapleton in cowboy hat and suit on red carpet

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After receiving three nominations for the 2023 CMA Awards, Chris Stapleton won male vocalist of the year and performed his hit single "White Horse" on stage. For this milestone moment, Chris asked his wife, Morgane Stapleton, to be his plus one. The two were all smiles when they arrived on the red carpet. While Chris topped off his all-black look with a cowboy hat, Morgane was clad in a long-sleeved black sheer gown embellished with colorful floral appliqués.

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Daira Eamon and Lily Rose

Lily Rose kissing Daira Eamon’s cheek on red carpet

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Just months after Daira Eamon and Lily Rose tied the knot, the couple enjoyed a sweet date night at the 2023 CMA Awards. The duo packed on the PDA while they posed for photos on the red carpet. The "Stronger Than I Am" artist included a subtle nod to her wife by slipping on metallic snakeskin shoes, which complemented Eamon's sparkly gold getup.

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