Video Of The Year


Carrie Underwood ... Before He Cheats
Carrie's Comments:
"It was at the CMT Awards last year that I gave my very first acceptance speech ever.
Let me tell you, it’s great to be up here again. Thank you, fans.
I’ve had such an amazing, blessed two years.
I started out on a fan-based show, and you guys have continued to support me throughout everything."
-- Carrie Underwood



Group Video Of The Year


Rascal Flatts ... "What Hurts the Most"
Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts comments:
"To the fans, we wish every show was fan-voted. You’re the reason why we make records.
We thank you for all your love and support." --Gary LeVox



Male Video Of The Year Award


Kenny Chesney ... You Save Me
Kenny's comments:
"I want to thank ... all the fans out there who have come to see us throughout the years.
And, really, I want to thank [director] Shaun Silva who continues to raise the bar
to a place where a lot of people still try to reach. I’m proud of him." -- Kenny Chesney




Wide Open Country Video Of The Year Award


Jack Ingram ... Love You
Jack's Comments:
"Just to be mentioned in the same breath as Johnny Cash is an honor.
And to be nominated with Jimmy Buffett and Sheryl Crow, I’m honored." -- Jack Ingram




Johnny Cash Visionary Award

Kris Kristofferson
"About 42 years ago, back when I was still wearing an Army uniform
and I was older than Hank Williams was when he died, I shook Johnny Cash’s hand
backstage at the Ryman Auditorium. And it changed my life. He was my hero.
He was my inspiration. He was my champion. And ultimately, incredibly, he was my friend."
-- Kris Kristofferson



Female Video Of The Year Award


Carrie Underwood ... Before He Cheats
Best video by a female artist.
Carrie's Comments
"Fans, once again, thank you guys so much. You’ve been so wonderful to me.
Everybody at the fan club, you guys are amazing." - Carrie Underwood



Video Director Of The Year Award


Roman White
for "Before He Cheats" -Carrie Underwood
"I’ve got to thank Carrie. She’s one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met." -- Roman White
"This guy’s amazing. I love you, Roman." -- Carrie Underwood



Duo Video Of The Year Award


Sugarland ... Want To
Jennifer Nettles's Comments:
"Thank you, CMT. Thank you to the fans. How exciting. We love that you vote for this.
It makes it that much more special." -- Jennifer Nettles




Break Through Video Of The Year Award


Taylor Swift ... Tim McGraw
Taylor's Comments:
"This is for my MySpace people and everybody who voted.
The fans, y’all, I’m going out on tour with Brad Paisley, and this is coming with me
to every single [autograph] signing line, so you can get a picture of the award you won for me.
Thank you so much." -- Taylor Swift