The country music icon teamed up with Cody Johnson for a powerful duet of “I’m Gonna Love You.” Her stage presence was as striking as her outfit. She rocked a western-inspired ensemble featuring a leather vest paired with a white fringe and lace dress.

“She’s starting to look different. She’s pretty. Stop before you ruin yourself,” one viewer remarked. Another added, “She doesn’t even look like herself anymore! Her lips have definitely been ‘plumped.'” The person even went as far as to question why stars can’t leave natural beauty untouched.

While some fans focused on Underwood’s appearance, others were more concerned about her outfit and even speculated about a possible pregnancy.“Peep her belly,” one viewer commented, suggesting that her look hinted at more than just a stylish choice.

Amid the waves of criticism, Underwood’s devoted fans were quick to jump to her defense, showering her with praise.“Love her outfit!” one enthusiastic fan wrote, admiring the singer’s western-inspired look. Another added, “She’s beautiful and always wears the most amazing outfits.”

The song, featured as the lead single on the deluxe version of Johnson’s album “Leather,” debuted in November. It has a breathtaking music video set against a backdrop of horses and sweeping landscapes. Their live performance mirrored that imagery, creating a visually stunning scene that perfectly complemented their vocals.

“We’re just staring at each other, kind of going off each other,” Johnson said, marveling at how seamlessly they harmonized despite it being their first time singing together.

Additionally, Johnson was nominated for Male Vocalist of the Year for the third year in a row, having previously won Single of the Year in 2022 for “Til You Can’t.”

As for Carrie Underwood, she’s no stranger to country music’s biggest stage. She has hosted the Awards show for 12 consecutive years and has taken home seven CMA Awards throughout her career.