Parker McCollum, the acclaimed country music artist, and his wife Hallie Ray Light McCollum illuminated the 2024 CMT Awards red carpet with their radiant presence as they eagerly anticipate the arrival of their first child together.
Amidst the grandeur of the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, the couple graced the event with beaming smiles, capturing hearts as they posed for photographs. Hallie Ray, donning a chic long-sleeved black lace mini dress, gracefully showcased her burgeoning baby bump, drawing admiration from onlookers. Complementing her ensemble, Parker sported a black cowboy hat, a white suit jacket accented with a black pocket square, and stylish blue jeans.
In a candid moment with CMT’s Carissa Culiner, Parker shared his excitement, revealing, “I have a baby boy coming in August. I’m very excited. We’ve good, Mom’s good — she’s got a little bump in her dress tonight, she looks real cute. God’s been good to us; very blessed. I’m a truck guy so putting a car seat in my truck’s going to take a little bit of getting used to.”
The affection between the couple was palpable as Parker tenderly planted a kiss on his wife’s cheek, eliciting a joyful response.
Their enchanting appearance as expectant parents marks a significant milestone, just two months after they delightedly announced the impending arrival of their firstborn. The announcement, made in late February via a heartwarming Instagram post, captured the couple sharing a tender moment by the ocean, radiating anticipation and love.
Their joint post read, “God’s little blessing. We love you so much already, Baby M!”
Shortly thereafter, Parker and Hallie Ray joyfully revealed that they are expecting a baby boy, celebrating the news with a touching Instagram post featuring a video of them walking hand-in-hand, accompanied by a pair of tiny boots, symbolizing their growing family.
The journey to parenthood for the “Handle on You” singer and his wife has been intertwined with their love story since their marriage in March 2022, a culmination of their deep bond following an engagement the prior summer.
Amidst the excitement of impending fatherhood, Parker is set to grace the stage at this year’s CMT Awards, joining forces with rising country star Brittney Spencer for a special performance of their collaboration “Burn It Down,” marking Spencer’s debut on the CMT main stage.
The star-studded event promises captivating performances from an array of luminaries including Bailey Zimmerman, Brooks & Dunn, Cody Johnson, Jelly Roll, Jordan Davis, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Little Big Town, Megan Moroney, NEEDTOBREATHE, Old Dominion, Sam Hunt, Sammy Hagar, Sugarland, and Trisha Yearwood.
The 2024 CMT Music Awards, airing live from Austin, Texas’ Moody Center on Sunday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. ET, heralds an evening of celebration, talent, and the enduring spirit of country music.
