Charles Kelley will step in for Lee Brice and perform at the 2020 CMA Awards, following news that Brice has tested positive for COVID-19.
Brice was set to join Carly Pearce on stage during a performance of her song, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” but Kelley will now join Pearce instead.In a statement released to ET, the Country Music Association confirmed that Brice, 41, will no longer attend the Nov.
9 awards ceremony. They also confirmed that Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard will also be absent due to testing positive for the coronavirus.“Although this is incredibly disappointing, not only for the show but also for CMA personally as we care deeply for these artists and only want the best for them and their families, it does reassure us.