What is kellie doing now and why is she not apearing on the country acm awards?

As of now, Kellie Pickler is not appearing at the ACM Awards due to her recent focus on personal projects and commitments outside of music. She has been involved in various television and philanthropic endeavors, which may have led to her absence from the awards. Additionally, she may be taking time for herself, reflecting on her career and future direction in the industry.