Country music singer Thomas Rhett has opened up about how his wife, Lauren Akins, has consistently sought a simple and normal life, a pursuit that has sometimes clashed with the realities of his demanding career.
Rhett, speaking on the "Girls In Low Places" podcast, explained that while Akins always believed in his talent, she harbored doubts about the rarity of achieving stardom. "She craves simplicity, at all costs, simplicity," he said of his wife, who grew up with a deep appreciation for a less complicated lifestyle.
The couple, who have known each other since first grade and married at 22, have navigated the complexities of fame together. Rhett acknowledged that "there’s nothing normal" about celebrity and actively works to avoid certain perks, such as cutting lines, to maintain a sense of normalcy. He admitted that it took him time to fully embrace his wife's desire for a simple life.
Navigating Stardom
Rhett's career began to gain significant momentum between 2017 and 2019. He reflected that while he didn't let fame go to his head entirely, he did become accustomed to its accompanying conveniences. The singer described the adrenaline rush of performing for thousands of people as incomparable to everyday activities, which has made it challenging for him to find contentment in simpler situations.
"I have, you know, definitely five kids that definitely don't see me that way," Rhett joked when reflecting on how surreal it is when fans cry upon meeting him, as he doesn't perceive himself in such a grand light. He also noted the exhaustion that can come with trying to balance being a