Lee Brice pulls out of CMAs after testing positive to Coronavirus

He was due to perform with Carly Pearce

Lee Brice
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 9th Nov 2020
Last updated 12th May 2021

It's a busy week for the Country music industry with the CMAs just days away, but unfortunately due to Coronavirus, one of the stars set to perform has had to pull out.

Lee Brice, known for his songs 'Rumor' and 'One of Them Girls' has had to pull out of the event, due to take place on Wednesday after testing positive with Coronavirus. According to a representative for the singer speaking to the Associated Press, Lee is, "in good spirits and not experiencing any symptoms."

It's understood that Lee's test and result was given before he travelled to the location of the CMA rehearsals.

Lee Brice and Carly Pearce's hit 'I Hope You’re Happy Now' has been nominated this year for the Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year.

This year's CMAs will be hosted by Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker and will see performances from Gabby Barrett feat. Charlie Puth, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Florida Georgia Line, Miranda Lambert, Ashley McBryde, Maren Morris, Rascal Flatts and Thomas Rhett feat. McEntire, Hillary Scott and Chris Tomlin. Darius will also take the stage with Lady A.

The CMA Awards take place on 11th November in Nashville.

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