Country singer Lainey Wilson and former NFL quarterback Devlin
Lainey Wilson and Devlin "Duck" Hodges: A Love Story for the Ages?
Okay, so you probably heard the news: country music queen Lainey Wilson and former NFL quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges are engaged! The announcement, complete with adorable Instagram photos and videos set to Lainey's hit "4x4xU," totally blew up social media. Honestly, who saw *that* coming?
A Secret Romance? Not For Long
Their relationship was pretty low-key at first. They started dating in 2021, but kept things under wraps for a while. It wasn't until May 2023, when they showed up together at the ACM Awards, that the cat was officially out of the bag. Lainey later spilled the beans on The Bobby Bones Show about how she *almost* gave away their secret months earlier—her band wore Hodges' Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys during a concert! You know how sometimes things just spiral? That little slip-up only added to the mystery.
From the Gridiron to Real Estate
Devlin, nicknamed "Duck" since college (and no, it's not because he's a big fan of duck hunting!), played two years for the Pittsburgh Steelers before short stints with the Los Angeles Rams and the Ottawa Redblacks. After retiring from football in 2022, he's found success in real estate, working with some pretty big names like Mossy Oak Properties and Myers Cobb Realtors. Talk about a career pivot!
Lainey's on Fire!
Lainey Wilson's star is definitely shining bright. With a reported net worth of around $4 million, she's made a serious name for herself. Her albums, Sayin' What I'm Thinkin' and Bell Bottom Country, have topped the country charts, and she's toured with country music giants like Luke Combs. But she's not stopping there! She's also acting—you might have seen her on Yellowstone—and recently opened her own bar and restaurant, Bell Bottoms Up, in Nashville. The woman is unstoppable.
Their Love Story: A Timeline
It's been quite the journey for this pair! Here's a quick look at their relationship timeline:
* 2021: They start dating. Their first public interaction happens on Devlin's Instagram in July of that year.
* April 2023: Speculation starts when Lainey rocks a Hodges jersey at a concert. It’s kinda cute, right?
* May 2023: They make their red-carpet debut at the ACM Awards.
* June 2023: Lainey confirms their relationship.
* November 2023: Devlin's cheering her on at the CMA Awards.
* January 2024: We get a little glimpse of their romance on CMT’s "On the Road."
* October 2024: Lainey dedicates "4x4xU" to Devlin. Sweet!
* February 2025: The engagement announcement!
Some FAQs (Because We're All Curious)
How did they meet? The details are still a little mysterious.
What's Devlin's net worth? That information isn't publicly available.
When's the wedding? No date has been set yet, but we're definitely keeping our eyes peeled!
Their Future? Bright!
Lainey Wilson and Devlin "Duck" Hodges' love story is a feel-good mix of country music charm and a whole lotta success. Their engagement is a big deal, and fans are already excited to see what the future holds for them, both individually and as a couple. Congratulations, you two! Follow them on social media for the latest updates—you won’t want to miss it!
