The Journey of Chris and Morgane Stapleton: A Timeline of Love, Music, and Parenthood

Chris Stapleton and Morgane Stapleton have a love story that melts the hearts of country music fans. They got married in October 2007, four years after first meeting as songwriters in Nashville. On their 14th anniversary in October 2021, Morgane reflected on how much her life has transformed since Chris came into it.

I can't recall much about my life before you. Thank you for loving me, hearing me, teaching me, and respecting me," she expressed on Instagram with a romantic black-and-white photo. "Thank you for giving me everything I hold dear in this life. I love you more than words can express, and I will spend my days on earth trying to show you that.

The couple, who have five children together, make a great team as parents and musicians.

During a 2015 interview with The Washington Post, Chris joked about his wife's great taste in everything except for men. He revealed that most of the songs on his debut album, Traveller, were actually inspired by lists she had made.

Now, let's take a look back at the relationship between the country stars.

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Chris Stapleton and Morgane Stapleton's Relationship Timeline: From Duet Partners to Parents

Chris Stapleton and Morgane Stapleton have a love story that keeps country music fans swooning.

The couple got married in October 2007, after meeting as songwriters in Nashville four years earlier. As they celebrated their 14th anniversary in October 2021, Morgane reflected on how much her life has changed since Chris came into it.

Expressing her gratitude on Instagram with a heartfelt message, Morgane thanked Chris for loving her, hearing her, teaching her, and respecting her. She also thanked him for giving her everything she holds dear in life. She ended her post with a declaration of love, stating that she loves him more than words can express and will spend the rest of her life trying to show it.

The couple, who have five children together, are a great team in both parenting and music.

Chris jokingly mentioned in a 2015 interview with The Washington Post that his wife has excellent taste in everything except for men. He credited her for inspiring the majority of the songs on his first album, Traveller, as they came from lists she made.

Keep scrolling for a look back at the country stars’ relationship:

Chris Stapleton and Morgane Stapleton's Relationship Timeline From Duet Partners to Parents

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2003

They first met in the Nashville music scene. "He later invited me to collaborate on a song, which turned out to be our first date. We didn't really get much writing done that night," she shared with The Washington Post 12 years later.

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2007

On October 27, the couple got married. Morgane shared that her husband's wedding ring has "You Are My Sunshine" engraved on it, which is a tribute to the song with the same name.

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2009

Their eldest child was born, but the pair have chosen to keep their name private.

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2011

Family of four! Baby No. 2 arrived in 2011.

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2013

Chris received an old Jeep Cherokee from Morgane as a gift, with the intention of inspiring him to drive it across the country for inspiration. Despite the car breaking down during the journey, this failed road trip served as the inspiration for his Grammy-winning debut album, Traveller.

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2015

"Oh, there are times when we really get on each other's nerves," Morgane shared with The Washington Post. She mentioned that Chris' song "Fire Away" captures her emotions during arguments. "However, not being together drives us even more insane."

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2016

Chris expressed his gratitude to Morgane while accepting the Best Country Album trophy at the 58th Grammy Awards. On stage, he mentioned, "This is something that you’d never, ever, ever dream of."

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2017

"We support each other because we're married," shared the artist of "You Should Probably Leave" during a chat with The New York Times about performing with his wife. "On tough nights, we can encourage each other and share a knowing glance when we make mistakes or do something amusing."

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2018

Then pregnant with the pair’s third and fourth children, Morgane posed on the red carpet with Chris at the 60th annual Grammy Awards.

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2018

Reba McEntire revealed during the 53rd ACM Awards that Morgane welcomed twin boys, whose names have not been shared yet. “Those little rascals decided to show up a bit ahead of schedule,” joked the Oklahoma native, as Chris was not present at the awards in April.

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2018

"I am truly honored to receive this award. I want to express my gratitude to my children for their understanding and patience, as I am often away and may not always be the best father I strive to be," Chris mentioned as he accepted the Male Vocalist of the Year award at the CMAs in November. He then acknowledged his wife, Morgane, who was expecting another child, for being his constant support system, guiding him to make the right choices and be the best version of himself.

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2019

Baby No. 5, another boy, joined the family.

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2021

The couple strolled down the red carpet together at the CMT Artist of the Year event in Nashville in October. Chris expressed his gratitude during his acceptance speech, emphasizing the importance of love in music. He thanked his fans, CMT, his wife, children, and supportive family for being by his side throughout his musical journey.

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2021

“Happy Anniversary to the lady who’s always got my back!” the “Parachute” singer captioned a black-and-white photo from tour in October. 

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2022

The couple attended the ACM Awards in March 2022 with two of their children, Ada and Wayland, by their side.

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2022

Chris and Morgane were beaming with joy at the Grammys in April. They strolled down the red carpet after the singer won Best Country Solo Performance for his song "You Should Probably Leave." Chris expressed his gratitude, saying, "I have to give a big shoutout to my wife, Morgane Stapleton, for encouraging me to record this song. We've attempted to record it multiple times before, but it never made the cut until now. And here we are, celebrating its success."

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2022

The couple celebrated 15 years of marriage in October. "You’re a keeper. Happy 15th, babe!" Morgane captioned a sweet Instagram tribute.

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2022

Morgane accompanied her man to the 2022 CMAs, where he scored multiple nominations.

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2022

Morgane shared a holiday photo with a caption that read, "CHRISTMAS CAME EARLY!" She expressed her excitement about her Christmas present, a date night with her spouse to see Harry Connick Jr. in NYC. She praised his incredible talent and world-class performance, along with his amazing band. The caption ended with a heartfelt message, "We love you Harry!"

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2024

After winning the ACM Award for Album of the Year in May, Chris' Higher record, both he and Morgane took the stage to celebrate. Chris expressed his gratitude during his acceptance speech, saying, "What an honor, thank you. Thank you to my producers over here, my lovely wife, Morgane. Come on baby."

Morgane, a producer on the album, expressed her admiration for her husband as she spoke into the microphone. "I feel incredibly fortunate to work with my soulmate every day. I truly believe I am the luckiest woman alive. Thank you all," she shared warmly.

Editor's P/S:

Chris Stapleton and Morgane Stapleton's love story is a testament to the enduring power of companionship and shared passion. Their journey from songwriting partners to parents of five has been marked by mutual respect, unwavering support, and a deep-rooted bond that shines through in their music and public appearances. Morgane's heartfelt words on their 14th anniversary paint a vivid picture of the transformative impact Chris has had on her life, highlighting the profound connection they share.

Beyond their personal relationship, the couple's musical partnership is equally captivating. Morgane's keen eye for songwriting and Chris's raw vocal talent have culminated in award-winning albums and unforgettable live performances. Their ability to support and inspire each other both on and off stage is a testament to their shared passion for music and their unwavering commitment to their craft. Together, they have created a musical legacy that will continue to inspire and captivate audiences for years to come.