But thanks to COVID-19, this year’s awards show had always promised to be a little different.

Not a mask in sight."

One Twitter user has defended organizers,saying: “They’re following CDC protocols.

Lady A’s Charles Kelley

Every person (including artists and their reps) entering the venue was required to be tested.

And they are required to wear a mask any time theyleavetheir assigned seat.

Staff and crew are also required to wear PPE at all times.”

Rascal Flatts

We hope, for everyone’s sake, that this is good enough.