The Full Story: Trace Adkins & Victoria Pratt – A Love Story That Defied the Odds
When Trace Adkins, the deep-voiced country star known for songs like “You’re Gonna Miss This” and “Every Light in the House,” first met Victoria Pratt, few could have imagined their story would lead to a private, emotional wedding officiated by Blake Shelton himself.
Their paths crossed in 2013, while filming the movie The Virginian. Trace played the title role, and Victoria — a Canadian actress and fitness author — portrayed Molly. The two shared undeniable chemistry both on and off screen. At the time, Adkins was recovering from a difficult chapter in his life — a battle with alcohol and a public divorce from his third wife, Rhonda. But Victoria entered his life at the right moment, quietly and without expectations.
A Wedding That No One Expected
On October 12, 2019, the couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at a romantic Louisiana estate. What made it unforgettable was that Blake Shelton, Adkins’s longtime friend and frequent duet partner (“Hillbilly Bone”), served as the officiant.
Guests described it as warm and heartfelt — with laughter, tears, and the simplicity of two people who had already lived enough to know what truly matters. Adkins later said in an interview that this wedding was “different” — not about glamour, but about peace.
Victoria, known for her roles in Mutant X and Day Break, wore a simple gown, while Trace appeared in his trademark black cowboy hat. Photos from that day showed Shelton standing between them with a broad smile — one country legend helping another find his forever happiness.
Love in the Quiet Years
The marriage marked a turning point for Adkins. He began talking more about gratitude, faith, and healing. Victoria often accompanied him on tour, and the two have shared glimpses of their life together on social media — cooking, laughing, or relaxing on their Tennessee farm.
In interviews, Trace has often said that Victoria is his “calm in the storm.” After three failed marriages, he finally found someone who understood both the man behind the fame and the quiet cowboy who just wants peace at home.
Six years later, their love seems stronger than ever. Adkins once joked that the secret to their marriage was that “she’s right most of the time — and I’m smart enough to admit it.”
A Symbol of Resilience
Fans often see Trace as the towering, tough cowboy, but Victoria revealed another side — tender, reflective, and grateful. Together, they’ve proven that love can begin again, even after pain and years of wandering.
As they celebrate their 6th wedding anniversary, the story of Trace and Victoria isn’t about perfection. It’s about endurance, respect, and finding light after darkness.