After Sharing a Heartfelt Tribute That Has Been Dubbed One of the Most Poignant Cma Moments of the Decade, Lainey Wilson’s Fiancé Ignited the Internet. The Message Celebrated Her Incredible Victory, Their Unwavering Love, and the Difficult Journey That Led Her to Country Music Royalty. As He Shared Personal Details About Lainey’s Hardships, Late-Night Breakdowns, and the Dedication That Almost Shattered Her Before It Made Her a Star, What Supporters Initially Believed To Be a Straightforward Congratulatory Note Turned Into a Viral Phenomenon. The Post Is Now Racing Across Social Media, Sparking Millions of Views and Heated Discussions About Whether This Year’s Cmas Were a Milestone Not Just for Music… but for Their Love Story Itself.

At the 2025 CMA Awards, Lainey Wilson won three categories.

Devlin “Duck” Hodges, Lainey Wilson’s fiancé, supported her at the CMA Awards on November 19. Before the wedding, the pair posed for numerous loving pictures while walking the red carpet together.

Wilson had the honor of hosting the CMA Awards this year. She was only the third woman to host the event solo, following in the footsteps of Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton.

She also performed twice, first singing a medley of other artists’ hit songs and later performing one of her own tunes, “Ring Finger.”

The night was exciting enough for Wilson, but it got even better after she won not one, not two, but three awards! She took home the trophies for Album of the Year (for Whirlwind), Female Vocalist of the Year, and Entertainer of the Year.

“I’mma be honest with y’all,” she said in her speech. “I was just so tickled to be here hosting this thing tonight. I just came into here just wanting to celebrate country music, the love of my life, and I know the love of so many of y’all’s lives.”

She also seemingly hinted at her and Hodges’ wedding plans, addressing him in her speech and saying, “We’re getting married next year, come on now!“

Lainey Wilson’s Fiancé, Duck, Calls Her “An Inspiration” After Her CMA Wins

Hodges was one proud fella after watching his fiancée thrive at the CMA Awards. Following the ceremony, he shared a sweet post celebrating her wins and hosting role, calling her “an inspiration.”

“@laineywilson, thank you for being you,” he gushed. “You are such an inspiration and role model for so many, including this guy right here. Absolutely CRUSHED it as a host. This girl right here y’all LOVES country music and loves this community and thank you all who love her back!“

Hodges ended his post on a humorous note, writing, “It’s duck season now. See ya in February babe.” (Hey, he got the nickname “Duck” for a reason!)

Hodge’s post earned lots of loving and congratulatory comments:

Little Big Town‘s Kimberly Schlapman said, “She absolutely SLAYED!!“

Miranda Lambert wrote, “She crushed and we love her and you.”

Terri Clark said, “Love ya both.“

Jessi Alexander wrote, “She was flawless.”

One fan commented, “She’s the best of the best. We made the right person famous.”

Another follower said, “She is so beautiful, genuine, humble, kind and so extremely talented!!! Wishing you both all the BEST!!!!“

Look below to see the post that Lainey Wilson’s fiancé, Duck, shared after the CMA Awards. Congratulations to her on her wins!