Madeleine O’Connell graduated from North Central College with a bachelors degree in Journalism and Broadcast Communications before deciding to pursue her studies further at DePaul University. There, she earned her masters degree in Digital Communication & Media Arts. O’Connell served as a freelance writer for over two years while also interning with the Academy of Country Music, SiriusXM and Circle Media and assisting with Amazon Music’s Country Heat Weekly podcast. In addition to Country Now, she has been published in American Songwriter, Music Mayhem, and Holler.Country. Madeleine O’Connell is a member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
Posted on November 21, 2025
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The pair of artists celebrated the release with a pop-up in downtown Nashville.
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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Wilson performed multiple times throughout the night and took home three wins.
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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Baby No.3 is on the way!
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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Top heads into the night one of the most nominated artists of 2025.
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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The couple shine ahead of “Country Music’s Biggest Night.”
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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The pair made their red carpet debut after keeping their relationship private for years.
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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The coveted event celebrated the 50 most-performed songs in country music and shined a spotlight on iconic figures who have shaped the genre.
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Posted on November 19, 2025
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The honorary night featured a string of heartfelt tribute performances.
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Posted on November 18, 2025
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“…we decided boy or girl was going to be Jaycee.”
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Posted on November 18, 2025
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Madeleine O’Connell
“It’s going to be great,” Green said of the star-studded night.
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