Lauren Alaina Emotionally Addresses Mental Health While Introducing Dan + Shay's ACM Awards Tribute to Ben Vaughn
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Cheyenne Roundtree
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Summary
Lauren Alaina gave an emotional, tearful introduction to Dan + Shay's ACM Awards performance of "Say So," a song dedicated to their late friend and music executive Ben Vaughn. During her speech, Alaina addressed mental health struggles, telling the audience that "there is always someone to listen" and encouraging those struggling to reach out for help. The moment highlighted the importance of mental health awareness in the country music community following the loss of a beloved industry figure.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThere is always someone to listen.
I've struggled with mental health, and I know many of you have too.
We need to take care of each other, and we need to take care of ourselves.
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