Country music superstar Lainey Wilson is officially a married woman. The “Watermelon Moonshine” singer tied the knot with her longtime partner, former NFL quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges, this past weekend on May 10.
The couple, who have been together for approximately four years, exchanged vows in a serene, nature-filled ceremony at The Ruskin Cave in Dickson, Tennessee. The venue was a spontaneous discovery for the pair, who stumbled upon a billboard for the property while driving backroads and immediately fell in love with its natural beauty.
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A Journey from Humble Beginnings to Stardom
The couple’s relationship has evolved alongside Wilson’s meteoric rise in the country music industry. They first met through a mutual friend in 2021, a time Wilson describes as a period of financial struggle. In her recent Netflix documentary, the singer revealed that when they first met, she was so broke that her sister had to Venmo her money just weeks later to help her stay afloat in Nashville.
Since then, Hodges has remained a constant source of support throughout Wilson’s career. The couple got engaged in February 2025 on the steps of the late George Jones’ former estate in Franklin, Tennessee, just one week after the Super Bowl.
Wedding Details and Cajun Flair
For their big day, Wilson opted for a custom Oscar de la Renta gown featuring cherry blossom details, which she noted represented the importance of “living in the moment.” The ceremony was officiated by their friend Wes Williams, and Wilson was walked down the aisle by her father, a moment she described as particularly emotional for both her and Hodges.
The celebration leaned into Wilson’s Louisiana roots, featuring a 12-piece jazz band and a menu prepared by the chefs at her own Nashville bar, Bell Bottoms Up. The couple shared their first dance as husband and wife to the song “10-90” by Muscadine Bloodline.
Why Fans Are Celebrating
Country fans have long embraced Wilson not just for her chart-topping hits, but for her authenticity and transparency regarding her journey to fame. Seeing her find a partner who stood by her during her “broke” days in Nashville has resonated deeply with her fanbase, who have flooded social media with well-wishes for the newlyweds.
The wedding was designed to be a comfortable, stress-free celebration of their commitment. As Wilson told People prior to the event, the goal was simply to “make that vow to each other” without getting caught up in the pressures of traditional wedding planning.
