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Trisha Yearwood to Receive Inaugural June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award at CMT Music Awards


The country music legend will also perform 'Put It in a Song.'

The award will be presented to the country music powerhouse as a celebration of her "dedication to community and their fellow artists, embodying June's spirit as a fierce advocate and initiator in paying it forward, helping others find their voice and using their platform to inspire and uplift others." Trisha has a unique ability to rally a community, whether that may be families in need with Habitat for Humanity, or uplifting her fellow artists and entertainers trying to carve a path in the industry," the CMT Music Awards executive producers said in a statement. Both multi-hyphenate trailblazers eloquently crafted a script for others to model, letting their hearts and authenticity guide their personal, professional and public lives."

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