Celebrating Chris Stapleton: A Look Back At His Milestones Through Photos

Chris Stapleton turned 43 on Thursday (April 15), but it was his fans who got the gifts, courtesy of his wife. Morgane Stapleton opened up the country superstar's old photo albums and shared her findings in honor of his big day. This heartfelt gesture allowed fans to take a trip down memory lane, discovering glimpses of Chris before he became a household name in the country music scene.

Among the nostalgic snapshots shared, we saw a baby-faced Chris ready for a day of hunting, a teenage Chris in a suit, and sports team portraits from his early days playing baseball and basketball. These images not only showcase his evolution in style but also highlight the various phases of his life that shaped him into the artist he is today.

What’s perhaps most incredible about Morgane's treasure trove of photos is that we can actually see Stapleton's chin and cheeks! His long, slightly unruly beard is nowhere to be found -- heck, he’s never sporting much more than a light mustache in these old photos. This delightful revelation adds a layer of charm to the already charismatic artist.

All told, Morgane shared dozens of photos via both Instagram and Instagram Stories. “I hope y’all will enjoy this as much as I do,” she wrote as she shared the first batch, and, honestly, fans probably enjoyed it even more than she did. Her love for Chris shines through her words, “This guy ... My sweetheart ... You make everything better. I love you more than I know how to say. Thank you for sharing your world with me. I wouldn’t trade a single day.”

Married since 2007, the Stapletons have five children: Wayland and Ada are their oldest son and daughter, respectively, while they are also the proud parents of twin boys, Macon and Samuel, who were born in 2018, and another son born in 2019. The couple tends to keep their children out of the spotlight, but Morgane did share some small details about them in her birthday posts for Chris.

For instance, she revealed that Wayland inherited one particularly retro suit from his father, and that four of their five children resemble him more than her. This personal touch adds a layer of warmth to their family story and showcases the deep affection they have for each other. As we celebrate Chris Stapleton's life and achievements, it's clear that family remains at the heart of everything he does.

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