It’s hard to imagine anyone cheating on Lainey Wilson, but that’s exactly what happened to her a few years ago. In a candid conversation on Joel Madden’s Artist Friendly podcast, the “Hang Tight Honey” singer shared how she went through a painful betrayal before finding happiness with her current love, former NFL star Devlin “Duck” Hodges.
Wilson and Hodges have been together for several years but kept their relationship private until 2023. Even now, they prefer to keep things low-key, occasionally attending events as a couple and sharing glimpses of their love on social media.
One of those rare glimpses came in October when Wilson posted a heartwarming video of her and Hodges cruising in a side-by-side, set to the tune of her love song “4x4xU.” Their playful chemistry and effortless joy were on full display, giving fans a sweet peek into their love story.
Before finding love with Hodges, Wilson endured one of the toughest times of her life. During her early days in Nashville, she discovered that her then-boyfriend had cheated on her—and not just with anyone, but with someone he had gotten pregnant.
To make matters worse, this heartbreak hit at the same time she lost her mentor and family friend, Jerry Cupit. Cupit was a guiding force in Wilson’s career, letting her live in a camper outside his studio and co-writing hundreds of songs with her. Losing him and facing betrayal all at once left her reeling.
Despite the pain, Wilson turned her struggles into fuel for her music. Today, she’s one of country music’s biggest stars and gets to share her success with someone who truly loves her.
Through it all, she’s learned that sometimes, the hardest moments in life pave the way for the best ones.
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