Lauren Bushnell Lane, known for her blonde locks, surprised everyone at the 57th Annual CMA Awards with a striking new hair color. The reality TV star and her husband, country singer Chris Lane, made a stylish entrance at the prestigious event, showcasing their glamorous looks.
Donning a teal strapless gown with a mini ruffle train, the 33-year-old mother of two looked radiant. Her eye-catching ensemble perfectly complemented her newly brunette hair, styled in a half-up hairdo with mermaid waves. Chris Lane, in a classic black-and-white suit topped with a bow tie, elegantly accompanied her.
Lauren had teased her hair transformation on Instagram earlier but saved the details for the red carpet. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, she revealed that she decided to go darker a couple of weeks ago, aiming to let her natural hair grow out for healthier locks. The ashy brown hue of her new hair color closely resembles her natural shade, despite her sporting blonde hair for years.
Chris Lane expressed his admiration for her new look, stating that he really likes the brunette color. Lauren’s sons, Baker West (1) and Dutton Walker (2), are gradually adjusting to their mom’s change in appearance. Lauren shared that they recognized her despite the drastic hair transformation, but it was her stunning gown that caught them off guard. She chuckled as she recounted Dutton’s surprised reaction, admitting that they rarely see her dressed up.
The 2023 CMA Awards featured an array of performances from notable artists like Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Carly Pearce, Chris Stapleton, and Kelsea Ballerini, among others. The event also introduced 29 first-time nominees, including Tracy Chapman, the writer of Luke Combs’ hit song “Fast Car,” which earned her a nomination in the song of the year category.
Hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, the star-studded 2023 CMA Awards aired live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on November 8th. The event was a celebration of exceptional talent in the country music industry, and Lauren Bushnell Lane’s stunning hair transformation added an extra touch of glamour to the memorable evening.