Ty Herndon, the famous country singer behind the hit “What Mattered Most”, definitely knows what matters most now. After two marriages with two different women, Herndon finally understood that his perfect woman actually came in the form of a perfect man. Luckily he found him and in 2014, the country singer came out and made his first appearance with his now long-term boyfriend, Matt Collum. In fact, the singer even boldly re-released the hit song using male pronouns!
This has now made him one of the leading figures in Nashville’s LGBTQ community. The couple, who are still devout Christians don’t believe that they should have any issues reconciling their faith with their orientation, saying that “we get to choose who we love, and that includes God, and He loves us back.” While they may not be currently married, there have been some serious talks.
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth
Miley may have crossed over into the pop genre, but as the daughter of Billy Ray Cyrus and god-daughter to Dolly Parton, she sure has her roots in the country. The multiple-time Grammy Award winner is considered to be one of the most successful entertainers in the industry. She has, of course, starred in her fair share of films, not to mention her hit TV series as a kid, Hannah Montanna. That all aside, she also bagged herself one of the hunkiest actors in Hollywood, Liam Hemsworth.
The two met on the set of The Last Song in 2008. After a few sparkling appearances on the red carpet, the two got engaged in 2012. But then for the next couple years, Miley went on her bender and partied it up like nobody's business. It seemed like it was over but fortunately, the two rekindled their love and they finally tied the knot in 2018. Unfortunately, it hurts us to tell you that it doesn't quite end there. At the beginning of 2020, the too filed for divorce. But who knows? With their history, anything is possible.
Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus
We may as well stay in the Cyrus family while we're at it. The man who brought us one of the most iconic country songs of all time, "My Achy Break Heart" is definitely no stranger to affairs of the heart. Billy Ray Cyrus and his wife Tish have been together for 25 years. Make no mistake, they've hit rocky times, but for the most part, they have and still are, keeping their marriage rock-solid. The couple shares five kids together including the mega-famous, Miley Cyrus, of course.
According to an interview for Fox News, Tish said that it really just comes down to communication and dedication, which she admits, "I'm not very good at." They must be getting something right!
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich
The multi-talented Dancing with the Stars champion and Emmy nominee has had a pretty solid career in country music too. Hough, who has worked with the country greats like Reba McEntire, Eddie Rabbit, and Brad Paisley had the number one country album in 2008. Lord knows how she did it, but somehow she made the leap to the world of hockey and met her beau, NHL player Brooks Laich. According to US Weekly, it was her DWTS costar Teddy Sears who introduced them.
A few dates in the two both seemed to pretty hooked on another. So much so that two years late, by July 2017, they were married. Things seemed rosy for some time but this year, it looked like things may have taken a turn. Cross your fingers, we hope they make it through!
Shane McAnally and Michael Baum
Nobody can pen a hit country love song like Shane McAnally. He has written and produced for all the greats including Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Dierks Bentley, and much, much more. That's why it's no surprise that he is one half of the beautiful romantic union with the handsome Michael Baum. The couple married after five wonderful years of courtship in the year 2017 by the Mayor of Nashville, Mayor Megan Barry.
The singer-songwriter continues to produce some of his finest work while sharing a beautiful life with his supportive hubby in their hometown of Nashville. Recently they welcomed a son and a daughter to their loving home.