Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles will host the "CMA Country Christmas" with music, memories, and stories of the season from some of country music's biggest stars. "CMA Country Christmas" will tape in front of a live audience on Thursday, Nov. 11 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn. "CMA Country Christmas" will air Monday, Nov. 29 (9:30-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Kellie Pickler has been added to the list of performers, which includes Sheryl Crow, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Reba, LeAnn Rimes, Darius Rucker, and Sugarland performing and sharing with fans their holiday traditions.
"I am thrilled to have been asked to host the CMA Christmas Special," Nettles said. "I love the holidays and, as my first time hosting a show, I am sure it will be full of laughs and surprises both for myself and for the folks watching."
"Jennifer's warmth and charm embodies the joy of the season," said CMA Chief Executive Officer Steve Moore. "We are thrilled that she has agreed to host our first CMA Christmas special."
Tickets for the taping are only available to CMA Sterling and Organizational members and through CMA's various sponsors and local and regional partners including Country radio stations and more.
