Chely Wright and Lauren Blitzer
Chely Wright blazed a courageous trail as one of country music’s first openly gay stars, shedding light on her true self in a pivotal 2010 revelation. Her decision to come out was not just a personal journey but a powerful stand against hate and bullying aimed at LGBTQ+ individuals. She candidly shared the toll that concealing her identity had taken on her mental health and overall well-being.
A mere year after her courageous disclosure, Chely took another significant step, announcing her engagement to LGBTQ+ rights advocate Lauren Blitzer. Their love story culminated in a heartfelt wedding ceremony in Connecticut in 2011. In 2013, their family expanded with the arrival of identical twins George Samuel and Everett Joseph, ushering in a new chapter of joy and togetherness.