‘His Face Says It All’: Fans React to George Strait’s Expressions at the 2024 CMA Awards
As the camera cut to George Strait at the 2024 CMA Awards, his expressions spoke volumes — and fans were quick to share their thoughts.
George Strait made a rare appearance at the 2024 CMA Awards in Nashville on Wednesday, November 20. The country legend, known for hits like “I Cross My Heart,” was front and center at the 58th annual ceremony, but it wasn’t just his presence that caught viewers’ eyes—it was his mood.
George Strait performs onstage at The 58th Annual CMA Awards on November 20, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. | Source: Getty Images
Social media quickly picked up on the “King of Country’s” apparent disinterest in the newer sounds of country music celebrated that night. One X user posted a screenshot of the veteran singer at the event and commented, “George Strait done already had enough [sic].”
Another user expressed frustration, writing, “This era of country is just dumbfounding…. George Strait is also sick of it.” Some fans felt that Strait seemed out of place, with one tweet reading, “George Strait looks out of place at the CMA’s.”
Others speculated about his mood, suggesting that he was “probably miserable,” claiming, “Majority of the performances/music is pop, not country. Make country music country again.”
Observers also pointed out his lack of enthusiasm during certain performances. One user noted, “George Strait did not look thrilled when they cut to him during Shaboozey’s performance.”
George Strait performs onstage during The 58th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 20, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. | Source: Getty Images
More comments about Strait flooded the internet. One user humorously wrote, “He looks as thrilled to be there as I do when I’m stuck in a meeting that could have been an email.”
Another fan remarked that the event wasn’t the same, pointing out that “You know the #CMAawards ain’t the same anymore when George Strait isn’t impressed,” adding that ’90s country is far superior to the newer sounds.
A fan comment dated November 21, 2024 | Source: X/allysykes54
Some couldn’t stop speculating about Strait’s thoughts. One user shared, “All I can think about when watching the CMAs is what’s going through George Strait’s mind during some of these performances.”
Fans also begged for more camera time on the country legend....
