Country Star Lainey Wilson to Be Profiled in Hulu Special, Produced by Robin Roberts’ ABC News Studios Unit (EXCLUSIVE)

variety.com:

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Award-winning country star Lainey Wilson will be the subject of a documentary special being produced by Robin Roberts‘ production unit at ABC News Studios, to be seen on Hulu, with a premiere date set for May 29.

The Roberts-led division has several such projects in development. The host indicated that the doc-style specials will focus of telling the stories of empowered women. ““I look forward to telling stories about talented women who are strong and authentic,” Roberts said in a statement. “Lainey is definitely one of those women, and I can’t wait to share her uplifting story with audiences around the world.” Wilson has been one of the big success stories of country music over the past two years, leading up to her becoming a surprise winner of the top award at last November’s CMA Awards, entertainer of the year, among five awards she won that night.

This year, her awards streak has continued apace, with Wilson picking up the Grammy for best country album, a People’s Choice Award for favorite female artist, and just last week, favorite female video at the CMT Music Awards.

This past week, it was also announced that she is nominated for five ACM Awards, including entertainer of the year. Wilson’s personal story — which has been far from an overnight-success saga — is a compelling one, and the Hulu special will include interviews with the Louisiana native’s family members as well as offering behind-the-scenes glimpses from her concerts. “It’s such an honor to be a part of this project,” Wilson said.