Megan Moroney is proving she can handle the spotlight — even when it’s tinged with criticism. Following her standout appearance at the 2024 CMA Awards, the rising country music star faced social media scrutiny, particularly on TikTok, where users questioned her hairstyle. A viral video was quick to point out what some perceived as a color mismatch between her hair and her extensions.
The TikTok clip, which has garnered over one million views, captures Moroney receiving the award for New Artist of the Year, with the caption reading, “I swear the hairstylist brain never shuts off. Who matched her extensions???” Complaints about the look didn’t stop there, as another caption noted, “She's golden on the top and ashy end.”
While these remarks might have stung, many fans were quick to jump to Moroney's defense. Comments flooded in countering the criticism, with one fan stating, “Who cares?! She’s Megan Moroney and she looked absolutely stunning!” Another echoed the sentiment, emphasizing, “It’s the lighting! Hairstylist or not why point out something when you should be pointing out what she just won? She’s so talented!”
Mirroring her supporters’ sentiments, Moroney herself responded to the critique with humor, commenting, “Very nice of u!” This interaction highlights how she balances taking feedback with maintaining her playful side.
Aside from the hair buzz, Moroney’s overall looks at the CMA Awards were hard to ignore. She first dazzled the audience with her voluminous hair styled to perfection and showcased her flair for fashion with a stunning custom blue Christian Siriano mermaid-style dress, complete with a full skirt bottom. Stunning rings adorned her fingers, and her makeup emphasized smoky eyes paired with matching blue nail art, creating truly eye-catching ensembles.
During her performance of her hit song “Am I Okay?,” Moroney changed things up, wearing a sparkling metallic halter peplum mini dress embellished with crystals, combined with chic white cowboy boots. This transformation on stage not only displayed her versatility as an artist but also underscored her fashion sensibilities.
After her electrifying performance, she transitioned back to her original red carpet look to accept her prestigious award, where her acceptance speech touched on gratitude not only toward her fans but also her supportive team and everyone who had been part of her incredible year.
Despite the spotlight's unforgiving glare, Moroney continues to shine brightly, showcasing not just her talent but also her ability to own her experiences, both good and bad. Backstage or on stage, she reminds everyone watching why she is one of the country music scene's rising stars.
