Does Lainey Wilson have a boyfriend or husband? It has been a common question by many of her fans. Even though somehow the American songwriter has kept her personal life private, she has confirmed to have once been in a romantic relationship.
Mysterious man
In 2021, the American singer confessed to having dated her childhood friend. Although she didn't disclose his name, she said they grew up together and became high school sweethearts. They had a seven-year relationship.
However, after completing high school, the musician had to decide between her romantic relationship and her singing career. She, therefore, decided to quit the relationship and relocate to Nashville, United States, to pursue her music career. In an interview, she stated,
He was the only thing I had ever known. We grew up together. He was my best friend. We saw each other through a lot of different phases in our life. But I knew I would have to leave something behind, so I could try to do the d*mn thing in Nashville.
HARDY
Michael Wilson Hardy, famous as HARDY, is an American country music singer and songwriter. HARDY and Lainey have been rumoured to be in a relationship due to their extraordinary friendship. The two have often been spotted together during musical events and tours.
In 2022, the two collaborated on a music video, Wait in the Truck. The song earned HARDY and Lainey the 2023 CMT Award for Collaborative Video of the Year. In addition, the two performed the song on The Tonight Show in January 2023. Nevertheless, the rumours of them dating turned out to be false. In an interview, HARDY revealed that Lainey is like a sister to him.
Additionally, Hardy is married to a marketing coordinator Caleigh Ryan. HARDY and Caleigh got engaged in August 2021, and on 29 October 2022, the couple tied the knot in a private wedding.