Vince Gill added a new accolade to his roster during the 2025 CMA Awards. The singer, 68, received the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award during the Wednesday, November 19, ceremony at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The honor began with a tribute performance of Gill's song "When I Call Your Name" by Brandi Carlile and Patty Loveless. As Gill looked visibly emotional in the audience, stars including Morgane Stapleton and Ella Langley sang along in their seats. Country legend George Strait then introduced Gill as a montage of photos flashed on a screen behind him.