Donna Duncan Receives 2025 CMA Media Achievement Award

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Donna Duncan, veteran talent executive, is surprised with news of her 2025 CMA Media Achievement Award win by Luke Bryan at KP Entertainment offices. Photo: Courtesy of KP Entertainment

Veteran talent executive Donna Duncan is the second recipient of this year’s CMA Media Achievement Award. Duncan was surprised with the news on Tuesday, (Dec. 16) at the KP Entertainment offices by Luke Bryan.

A seasoned talent executive with nearly two decades of experience shaping some of the most recognizable music and entertainment programming across the Paramount brand portfolio, Duncan spent 19 years at CMT, where she held multiple roles across production, development, talent booking, and franchise expansion. During her tenure, she served as Talent Producer for the CMT Music Awards, CMT Crossroads, and CMT Hot 20 Countdown, and contributed to top Paramount tentpole events, including the MTV VMAs on CBS.

Known for her deep industry relationships, creative instincts, and strategic approach to elevating artist-driven content, Duncan has built a consistent track record of high-profile bookings across television, digital franchises, and integrated marketing initiatives.

The CMA Media Achievement Award recognizes the outstanding achievements of print and online journalists, columnists, authors, editors, television writers, producers and bookers, and syndicated radio reporters in the media as they relate to country music. The award is voted on by publicist members of CMA.

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