Watch Carrie Underwood Relive 'Breakthrough' Moment Nearly 20 Years Later
Carrie Underwood reminisced on some of the first milestones she ever reached in her career after her American Idol victory in 2005.
The powerhouse country star shared a reflection of her musical journey during the 50th American Music Awards anniversary special on Sunday evening (October 6). Performers who took the stage throughout the evening included Brad Paisley (with a tribute to late legend Charley PrideKane Brown (with a tribute to beloved country star Alan JacksonChaka KhanGladys KnightGreen DayJennifer HudsonMariah CareyStray Kids , with special appearances by many others.
"It is so special to me that I won the breakthrough artist back in 2006," Underwood said in a pre-recorded video that aired during the anniversary show, which took place in Los Angeles, California. "You have one shot to get breakthrough awards. It is such an honor to win fan-voted awards. They have always been supportive of me since day one. That's literally how I got into this business, is from people voting for me. I will look at those awards and just still, my mind is blown."
Underwood also relived some "surreal" moments from the AMAs over the years, including when legendary musician and late singer-songwriter Scott Weiland presented her with an award in 2007. Underwood has earned 17 American Music Awards throughout her career, per her bio.
