Lainey Wilson and Devlin “Duck” Hodges recently celebrated their wedding in a relaxed ceremony that highlighted their easy-going nature. The couple tied the knot on May 10 in Dickson, Tennessee, surrounded by friends and family, including fellow country artists like Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan. Their special day was marked by a carefree attitude, with Wilson noting that while their guests were concerned about their outfits, the couple felt completely at ease.
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In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE on the red carpet at the ACM Awards in Las Vegas on May 17, Wilson shared their lighthearted perspective. “Honestly, we were the ones that were a little less stressed. Everybody else was worried about what they were going to wear to the wedding. We were like, ‘You can wear your birthday suit. We don’t give a damn,'” she remarked. Hodges, a former NFL player and now a real estate agent, echoed this sentiment, stating that they were likely the least stressed individuals at their own wedding.
The wedding celebration was described by Wilson as “perfect” and “beautiful.” After enjoying a short honeymoon in Sedona, Arizona, the newlyweds returned to the spotlight just a week later for the prestigious ACM Awards ceremony. This has been a whirlwind week for the couple, but Wilson credits Hodges with helping her maintain balance amid her bustling touring schedule.
“I feel like that’s the thing: getting me through it is having somebody to lean on and call home, and it’s been nice,” the 33-year-old singer-songwriter explained. Wilson recently headlined the popular Stagecoach music festival and is excited about sharing this journey with her new husband. “I’m so glad that we’re getting to experience this together, because this is all I’ve ever dreamed about, and I’m glad that I got my guy with me to go along the journey,” she added.
Despite the excitement of their recent wedding, Wilson is far from slowing down professionally. She has a busy schedule ahead, with plans to continue her Whirlwind World Tour and participate in Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show. “We’ve got a bunch of stuff cooking up right now, and it’s good. As long as I got my phone, my keys, my wallet, my man, I feel like those are the things that keep me writing and we got something up our sleeve,” Wilson shared enthusiastically.
The 2026 ACM Awards, which streamed live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena, served as the perfect venue for the couple to join their peers in celebrating the country music industry’s achievements. Their appearance at the event reflected not only their personal milestone but also Wilson’s growing prominence in the country music scene.
With a range of tour dates planned throughout 2026, Wilson appears ready to embrace both her personal and professional life. The blend of her burgeoning career and her recent marriage promises to be an exciting chapter in her life.
As the couple steps forward together, both professionally and personally, fans are eager to see what the future holds for Lainey Wilson and Devlin “Duck” Hodges. Their infectious spirit and supportive partnership are bound to inspire those around them, making it clear that their journey together is just beginning.