Chris Stapleton had a memorable night at the 2024 Country Music Association Awards, but one key person was noticeably missing from his initial acceptance speech — his wife, Morgane Stapleton. The couple, who have been married since 2007, share a deeply rooted musical partnership, and Morgane played a significant role in Chris’s award-winning success.

A Big Night for Chris Stapleton at the 2024 CMAs

On Wednesday, November 20, Stapleton, 46, attended the 58th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville. He was nominated for five prestigious awards, including Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year, and Male Vocalist of the Year. He kicked off the evening by winning Single of the Year for his hit song “White Horse”, which featured his wife, Morgane, as a producer.

However, during his first acceptance speech, Stapleton forgot to thank Morgane, despite her crucial role in the creation of the song. The oversight didn’t go unnoticed, but Chris had the chance to make up for it as he won his second CMA of the night for Song of the Year for the same track.

An Apology to Morgane

In his second acceptance speech, Stapleton expressed his gratitude and made sure to acknowledge his wife, saying, “I owe my wife an apology. That last award also belonged to her.” He admitted that everything had happened so quickly, but emphasized, “I really owe a lot to her, so I thank her for her support.”

Stapleton’s heartfelt apology and recognition of Morgane’s contributions highlighted the importance of their collaboration in his career. Morgane, who is also a singer-songwriter and a member of Chris’s band, has been by his side through the highs and lows of his career.

Stapleton’s Career and Continued Success

Chris Stapleton’s remarkable career continues to thrive. In addition to his two wins at the 2024 CMAs, including Song of the Year and Single of the Year, he was also nominated for Album of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year. As a 10-time Grammy winner, Stapleton has long been celebrated for his powerful voice and songwriting skills.

At this year’s CMA ceremony, Stapleton opened the show with a high-energy performance of “California Sober” alongside Post Malone. The duo took the stage in cowboy hats and played their guitars for the live performance of the track, which was featured on Malone’s country album F-1 Trillion.

Chris and Morgane Stapleton

Chris and Morgane’s musical collaboration is a significant part of his success. Morgane has been a key figure in both his professional and personal life, as the two share not only a family but a passion for music. In his acceptance speech at the 2023 CMAs, Chris praised Morgane, saying, “I don’t do any of this without her. Certainly don’t get any of these [awards] without her.”

Their partnership is one of the many reasons Chris Stapleton continues to shine in the country music industry.

Chris Stapleton’s apology to Morgane during the 2024 CMAs not only highlighted their personal connection but also underscored the importance of their musical collaboration. With two CMA wins under his belt, Chris continues to build on his legendary career, with Morgane right there with him, providing invaluable support along the way.