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Carrie Underwood's stunning transformation revealed ahead of 2023 CMT Awards

The country music singer has won the most CMT Awards with an impressive 25

US Lifestyle Editor
March 30, 2023

Carrie Underwood is preparing for an unforgettable night at the 2023 CMT Music Awards on April 2.

Not only will she be taking to the stage to perform at Austin, Texas' Moody Center, but she could also make history and break her own record if she scoops the prize for the two nominations she's up for.

WATCH: Carrie Underwood rocks her signature style for mesmerizing performance

Carrie is the title holder of the most CMT wins, with an impressive 25 already in her arsenal. Should she pick up the trophies for Video of the Year and Female Video of the Year on Sunday, she will have received an incredible 27 CMT Music Awards.

Not only has Carrie's music evolved over the years, but her appearance and style at the ceremony have too. Take a look at her incredible transformation below…

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2006

Carrie Underwood at the 2006 CMT Music Awards

Just one year after winning American Idol in 2005, Carrie picked up the award for Female Video of the Year and Breakthrough Video of the Year. While there's no denying Carrie has always been beautiful, she sported a more pared-back look in 2006.

2007

Carrie Underwood at the 2007 CMT Music Awards

Carrie's incredible talent was evident even back in 2007. Here she picked up two awards, Female Video of the Year and Video of the Year for her smash hit 'Before He Cheats'. Her makeup was subtle, with a wash of pastel across her lids and she rocked tighter curls with a figure-skimming dress.

2010

Carrie Underwood at the 2010 CMT Music Awards

An extremely rare red carpet ensemble for Carrie was this look from 2010 when she rocked leather pants and lace-up boots to pick up her two awards for Video of the Year and CMT Performance of the Year.

2013

Carrie Underwood at the 2013 CMT Music Awards

Carrie appeared to be a big fan of fit-and-flare dresses back in the day but it's not a look we have seen her wear since.

2016

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Carrie Underwood at the 2016 CMT Awards

Carrie went for the chop in 2016 and sported a jaw-length bob. Her watercolor-inspired dress skimmed over her figure again, but she spiced it up with a cut-out across her chest, and her eye makeup became slightly darker.

2017

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Carrie Underwood at the 2017 CMT Music Awards

What a difference a year makes. Carrie's dedication to her fitness started to show as she decided to rock a mini-skirt, showing off her now-famous legs.

2018

Carrie Underwood at the 2018 CMT Awards

Carrie glistened in gold at the 2018 awards, wearing a stunning plunging mini dress that hugged her figure. Her makeup became more dramatic, and her blonde hair was sleek and voluminous.

2019

Carrie Underwood at the 2019 CMT Music Awards

The low-cut necklines and mini-length dresses became a firm favorite in Carrie's wardrobe, with her now appearing to embrace her figure and showcase it in tighter-fit clothing.

2021

Carrie Underwood at the 2021 CMT Music Awards

Carrie has found her style and knows what works for her figure. Her voluminous, beachy waves looked gorgeous against her bright yellow mini dress, subtle smokey eyes, and glossy lips.

2022

Carrie Underwood CMT Music Awards 2022

Carrie's transformation over the years has highlighted her growth as not only a hugely successful country music artist but as a woman also. 

Her gym-honed physique and incredibly sculpted legs have almost become as recognizable as her work, and she proudly showcases her dedication to a healthy lifestyle with her red carpet choices. 

Her 2020 appearance was one of her best looks yet, and we can't wait to see what she wears at the 2023 CMT Music Awards.

Hosted by 2023 nominees Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini, the CMT Music Awards airs live from Austin, Texas' Moody Center on Sunday, April 2, at 8 p.m ET on CBS and will be available to stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.

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