REBA McENTIRE TAKES HOME HER FIRST DOVE AWARD AND CLOSES OUT THE EVENING WITH A POWERFUL PERFORMANCE Reba McEntire took home her first Dove Award at the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards on October 17, 2017 in Nashville. Photo: Jamie Gilliam On October 17, the Gospel Music Association (GMA) handed out honors in 39 categories at the 48th Annual GMA Dove Awards plus special industry recognitions at Lipscomb University's Allen Arena in Nashville. Kari Jobe and Tasha Cobb Leonard hosted the sold-out show and Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) exclusively aired the awards show on October 22. MercyMe was named Artist of the Year and Zach Williams took home New Artist of the Year. Gospel music legend Pat Boone received the SoundExchange Fair Play Award. From first-time nominees to legends, the all-star lineup came together for one of Gospel and Christian music's most memorable nights. ARTIST OF THE YEAR: MercyMe, Fair Trade Services NEW ARTIST O...
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