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Chris Stapleton’s support system was front and center for his big night at the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards.
The 43-year-old country star attended the Las Vegas event Monday night alongside his wife Morgane Stapleton and two of their children, son Waylon and daughter Ada.
During the rare appearance, the four posed together in coordinating suits prior to entering Allegiant Stadium. Stapleton styled a black suit with brown boots and a matching brown cowboy hat while Morgane rocked a bright red pants suit paired with a black clutch purse. Meanwhile, both children donned all-black suits.
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The singer later took home the male artist of the year award, beating out Jimmie Allen, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen and Thomas Rhett for the win. When Stapleton’s name was called for the prestigious award, his children sweetly jumped out of their seats in celebration of their dad.
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During his acceptance speech, he thanked his wife Morgane, whom he called “my rock,” and said everything he does “is because of her.” He also gave a shout-out to Waylon and Ada, noting to the audience that his son celebrated his 13th birthday on Monday.
The “Broken Halos” singer keeps his children and family life extremely private. Stapleton and his wife welcomed their fifth child in May 2019, Morgane announced on Instagram at the time.
“The most perfect Mother’s day… I wish all you Mama’s the happiest of days today!” she captioned her post.
The couple, who wed in 2007, are also parents totwin boys they welcomed inApril 2018, but have chosen not to publicly reveal their names.
source: people.com
