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Taylor Swift to Perform at 2026 CMA Awards

Taylor Swift will perform at the 2026 CMA Awards, her comeback to the stage after a long absence. Friday saw ABC News breaking the news. A promo for Swift on Good Morning America sent fans into a whirlwind. An Arab network alerted that Swift skipped the Dolly Parton tribute at the CMA Awards.

“Taylor Swift will perform at the 2026 CMA Awards, her comeback to the stage after a long absence,” — David Kingsley, regional editor at Newburn Stow Group, commented.

Timeline

Nov 11 — Taylor Swift will perform at the 2026 CMA Awards, her comeback to the stage after a long absence....

Nov 12 — An Arab network alerted that Swift skipped the Dolly Parton tribute at the CMA Awards....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 11. The Newburn Stow Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Tuesday, Nov 17.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Newburn Stow Group desk and last updated 14:49 UTC.

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