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In the midst of her wildly successful Speak Now world tour, Taylor was honored with the Jim Reeves International Award, which recognizes an artist who has made significant strides toward the acceptance of country music internationally. Taylor kicked off her second headlining tour earlier this year in Asia before performing dates in Europe, North America and Australia.
Garth and the Gatlin Brothers are the recipients of the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award, which honors trailblazing acts in country music. According to Soundscan, Garth's domestic album sales tally more than 68 million, making the superstar entertainer the best-selling recording artist in the U.S. during the Soundscan era. With 18 ACM awards under his belt buckle, the Oklahoma native is one of the most decorated artists in ACM history.
With a career that spans 37 years, Larry, Randy and Steve Gatlin have earned 36 Top 40 singles, including their No. 1 singles, 'I Just Wish You Were Someone I Love' and 'All the Gold in California.' The sibling trio scored in a Grammy award in 1976 for their breakthrough hit, 'Broken Lady,' and have earned a 3 ACM awards.
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The 'Country Strong' soundtrack received the Tex Ritter Film Award, which honors a movie that features country music. The 2010 film stars Tim McGraw and Gwyneth Paltrow, with soundtrack contributions from country superstars Faith Hill, Trace Adkins, Lee Ann Womack, Chris Young and Patty Loveless, among others.
Hank Cochran, Tom T. Hall and industry veteran John Dorris all received awards for their contributions to the growth and acceptance of country music. Click here for all the 2011 ACM Honors award winners.
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