Culture October 12, 2020

Thomas Rhett says wife Lauren Akins 'makes life better' in sweet 8th anniversary post

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Thomas Rhett has nothing but glowing remarks for his wife, Lauren Akins, as they celebrate their eighth wedding anniversary.

The country superstar took time to reflect on the couple's milestone in an Instagram post Monday. Comparing their years of marriage to a whirlwind, Thomas called his wife and mother of their three children a "fighter" who chooses "love" every day.

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"Happy 8 year anniversary @laur_akins. I seriously feel like we got married 6 months ago. I have loved every second of our journey together," he wrote in the thoughtful post.

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"You are my rock, my inspiration and the woman that simply just makes life better," he continued, sharing his sweet words alongside a photo of Akins cuddling with their three daughters, 4-year-old Willa Gray, 3-year-old Ada James and 8-month-old Lennon Love.

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According to the post, the couple plans to spend the day relaxing at home.

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Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins attend the 2019 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater, Nov. 24, 2019 in Los Angeles.

Rhett and Akins, both 30, married in 2012 in their home state of Tennessee. Their family has been the inspiration behind many of Rhett'a hit songs, including "Die a Happy Man" and "Life Changes."