Baby Boom! Thomas Rhett & Lauren Akins Announce Baby #5!
Country music superstar Thomas Rhett and his wife, Lauren Akins, have some exciting news to share: they're expecting their fifth child! The couple made the announcement via Instagram, much to the delight of their fans and four daughters: Lillie Carolina, Lennon Love, Ada James, and Willa Gray.
In a heartwarming video, Thomas Rhett serenaded his wife with an updated version of his hit song "Life Changes," revealing Lauren's baby bump and the impending arrival of their newest family member. The lyrics playfully acknowledged the surprise and joy of welcoming another child into their already bustling home.
"Well, I was wrapping my head around being a dad/ A big wrench got thrown in the plans we thought we had/ Now Lauren’s showing, got one on the way/ That’s five under 10, hey, what can I say?/ Yeah, life changes/ You wake up, ain’t nothin’ the same and life changes,” Thomas Rhett sang in the video.
The Instagram post caption read, "Here we go again! We’ve got some really excited big sisters in our house. God is so good."
This announcement follows a January Instagram post where Thomas Rhett joked about needing one more child to form a basketball team. It seems his playful comment has manifested into reality! Thomas Rhett joins a growing list of country artists expecting babies this year, including Charles Kelley of Lady A, Scotty McCreery, Chris Lane, and Hannah Ellis.
The couple adopted their eldest daughter, Willa Gray, nearly a decade ago. She's since become a big sister to Ada James, Lennon Love and Lillie Carolina. The Akins family is known for their close bond and loving dynamic, which they frequently share on social media.
Beyond his music, Thomas Rhett is a dedicated family man. In a previous interview, he discussed bonding with Katy Perry over parenthood while collaborating on their song "Where We Started." He emphasized how conversations naturally revolve around children when parents connect.
What's Next for the Akins Family?
Fans eagerly await more updates on Lauren's pregnancy and the arrival of their fifth child. The couple's journey as parents continues to inspire and resonate with many. Stay tuned for more heartwarming moments from the Akins family!