It's official! Country music sensation Lainey Wilson and former NFL quarterback Devlin 'Duck' Hodges are going to get married after she said yes to his romantic proposal.
- February 13, 2025
AceShowbiz - Country music singer Lainey Wilson, 32, is engaged to former NFL quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges, 28, after four years of dating. The romantic proposal took place outdoors on a tan brick patio adorned with roses, candles, and photographs capturing moments from their relationship.
"4x4xU forever," Wilson captioned the announcement on her Instagram on February 12, along with several photos and a video showcasing her excitement.
The couple met through mutual friends in Nashville in 2021 and made their debut as a couple at the ACM Awards in May 2023. Prior to their red-carpet appearance, Hodges was a regular backstage presence at Wilson's concerts, adding fuels to speculation among industry insiders about their relationship status.
While Wilson is an accomplished country musician, the Pittsburgh Steelers and LA Rams' former quarterback transitioned to a career in real estate after retiring from professional football in 2022.
Wilson humorously hinted at their engagement during various interviews, revealing to Jelly Roll's wife Bunnie XO for CMT in January, "I might have to propose to him."
Nonetheless, it was Duck who got down on one knee, delivering a heartfelt proposal with the ring inside a cowboy hat box. This touching moment was followed with a black-and-white photo of the couple sharing a kiss while Wilson flaunted her sparkling diamond ring.
The "Wildflowers and Wild Horses" singer acknowledged that Hodges had inspired her in ways no previous partner had. "I was never really able to write love songs, because I don't know if I had actually felt it, but I'm writing me some love songs now. I'm grateful for him," Wilson shared with PEOPLE.
Friends and fans, including notable country artists, flooded social media with congratulatory messages for the newly engaged couple.
The engagement comes as Wilson gears up for her "Whirlwind" world tour starting in Zurich on March 4. Despite their hectic schedules, the couple made it a priority to nurture their relationship early on, setting a strong, supportive foundation. As Wilson tours the world, it's clear her biggest fan will always be her now-fiance, Devlin "Duck" Hodges.
