Ella Langley Turned Heads The Moment She Walked Onstage Then Left No Doubt Why She’s Country Music’s Brightest New Superstar As Her Stunning CMA Fest Performances Of “Be Her” And 10 Week No. 1 Smash “Choosin’ Texas” Had Thousands Singing Every Single Word
Ella Langley delivered one of the most unforgettable moments of the 2026 CMA Fest television special, proving once again why she has become one of the biggest breakout stars in country music. Stepping onto the Nissan Stadium stage in a breathtaking white floral mini dress with flowing sleeves and matching white boots, the Alabama native combined effortless elegance with the confidence of a true headliner as she captivated fans from her very first appearance.
Langley opened her set with the chart topping hit “Be Her,” a deeply personal anthem that explores longing, self reflection, and the desire to become the woman who seems to have everything figured out. Moving effortlessly across the stage, she connected with the audience through powerful vocals and genuine emotion, reminding everyone why the song has become her fifth career number one hit.
The excitement reached another level when the opening notes of her massive smash “Choosin’ Texas” echoed throughout the stadium. The crowd immediately erupted into a thunderous sing along, filling Nissan Stadium with thousands of voices as Langley confidently delivered the heartbreak anthem she co wrote and co produced with Miranda Lambert, alongside Ben West, Luke Dick, and Joybeth Taylor. Her commanding stage presence and unmistakable Southern charm transformed the performance into one of the loudest crowd moments of the entire broadcast.
Both performances were filmed during the opening night of CMA Fest 2026 at the home of the Tennessee Titans and later featured in the nationally televised three hour special presented by SoFi. Co hosted by Riley Green and Lara Spencer, the broadcast showcased many of country music’s biggest stars, but Langley’s unforgettable performances quickly became one of the highlights fans could not stop talking about.
As CMA Fest celebrated another remarkable year of country music, Ella Langley once again proved that she is no longer simply the genre’s fastest rising star. She is becoming one of its defining voices, delivering performances that combine authenticity, powerhouse vocals, and unforgettable energy every time she steps onto the stage.