With a career of over three decades, it’s no surprise that Alan Jackson will be recognized for his lifelong contribution to country music. He’ll receive the award at a Nashville ceremony on CMT, which will air on Friday, October 14th, just a few days before his sixty-third birthday. Other artists who have received this award include Merle Haggard, Randy Travis, Shania Twain, Reba McEntire, Loretta Lynn, and Kenny Rogers. During his career, he’s had eighteen studio albums, thirty-five number-one hits, and won multiple Grammy awards. Well deserved!