The upcoming CMT Celebrates Our Heroes TV special, honoring those working on the frontlines during the coronavirus pandemic, just got a lot more star power! Tim McGraw and Carrie Underwood have been added to the lineup, along with Brandi Carlile, Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Kristen Bell, Lauren Daigle, Luke Combs and Sam Hunt.

“The ‘CMT Artists of the Year’ franchise has always been reflective of the important issues of our time, and this year, we all felt it necessary to shift our focus to honoring the real heroes during these unprecedented times,” said Leslie Fram, Senior Vice President of Music & Talent, CMT.

“From the first responders and healthcare workers to members of the military, our educators, food industry workers and so many more, the country music community will come together to honor these heroic men and women,” she continued. “The evening of unity will feature incredible performances, uplifting tributes and a salute to those risking their lives on the frontlines of this crisis.”

According to a press release, CMT Celebrates Our Heroes is actively looking for heroes in the following categories: Healthcare, Education, Business, Community Leaders, Food Industry, Infrastructure, First Responders, US Military, and more.

“CMT is currently seeking stories of unsung heroes who are doing exceptional things during the pandemic,” CMT said in a statement. “Personal stories of those who have positively impacted their community, state and nation can be submitted to this page on CMT.com for potential inclusion in the special.”

Other artists already announced for CMT Celebrates Our Heroes include Brothers Osborne, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert and Thomas Rhett. The show will premiere on June 3 at 8:00 PM ET on CMT.

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