Spears debuts a new look – minus Kevin Federline. Plus: Carrie Underwood's big night, Julia & Danny and more

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COUNTRY'S PRIDE

Carrie Underwood rises to the occasion at the 40th annual Country Music Association Awards in Nashville on Monday night. The former American Idol winner, who took home two awards – including female vocalist of the year – said in her tearful acceptance speech, "This is the best year of my life."