Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren Akins co-hosted the 11th annual CMA Country Christmas TV special on ABC on Nov. 30.
This yearâs lineup featured Thomas Rhett, Dan + Shay, Gabby Barrett, Lady A, Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Little Big Town, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling.
Gabby Barrett performed traditional Christmas carol âThe First Noel.â Gabby released a studio recorded version of the tune in October.
âChristmas is one of my absolute favorite days of the year, and my faith is the cornerstone of my life, so being able to share both with âThe First Noelâ is a gift,â said Gabby. âI feel so blessed to do what I do every day, and I hope that this song adds something special to your holidays.â
Watch Gabbyâs performance below.
Check out this yearâs lineup and set list below.
- Kelsea Ballerini: âSanta Babyâ
- Gabby Barrett: âThe First Noelâ
- Lady A: âWonderful Christmastimeâ and âLittle Saint Nickâ
- Little Big Town: âChristmas Time Is Hereâ
- Tim McGraw: âIt Wasnât His Childâ
- Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling: âWhat Child Is This?â
- Dan + Shay: âChristmas Isnât Christmasâ
- Florida Georgia Line: âLit This Yearâ
- Thomas Rhett: âChristmas in the Countryâ
photo by Tammie Arroyo, AFF-USA.com