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Luke Combs and Wife Nicole Weren’t Trying For A Girl: ‘We Are Happy with Any And All Lil Nuggets’

Luke Combs and his wife Nicole surprised fans in late September with the exciting news that they’re expecting their third child this winter. Now, Nicole is opening up about her pregnancy in a new Instagram Q&A, sharing the ups and downs of pregnant life and revealing whether they’ll find out the baby’s gender.

Like her previous pregnancies, Nicole admitted she’s been dealing with nausea, responding to a fan who’s going through the same thing with a simple, supportive, “God speed.”

With two young boys at home (Tex Lawrence, 3, and Beau Lee, 2) fans have speculated whether the couple is hoping for a little girl. Nicole set the record straight: “We are not going to keep going just for a girl. I don’t understand that logic. We are happy with any and all lil nuggets.”

Nicole Combs, Luke Combs; Photo Courtesy of Luke Combs
Nicole Combs, Luke Combs; Photo Courtesy of Luke Combs

On the topic of gender, she confirmed they won’t be finding out this time around. “If I could go back and not find out each time, I would,” she said. “We don’t care what we have, I know a lot of people say that but we truly don’t. Happy and healthy is always the goal.”

The couple announced Nicole’s pregnancy with an adorable Instagram video. Sitting on the grass with their sons’ backs to the camera, Nicole revealed the ultrasound she’d been hiding, and both boys threw their hands in the air in excitement at the news of their new sibling. A follow-up clip offered a close-up of the ultrasound as the soon-to-be family of five held hands and walked away from the camera.

Their caption read: “Third time’s a charm! ✨ Baby #3 coming this winter 🤍”

Luke Combs’ voice provided the soundtrack for the video as he debuted a brand-new song, “Days Like These.” With heartfelt lyrics and soaring melodies, the song perfectly captures the joy and love of family moments like this.

“Days like these are worth more than gold / But they can’t be bought / And they can’t be sold / 

On days like these / When the sun shines bright / I feel like it’s all gonna be alright,” he sings.

Luke Combs with Sons; Photo Courtesy Luke Combs
Luke Combs with Sons; Photo Courtesy Luke Combs

2026 is shaping up to be a big year for Combs. Along with welcoming another child, he’ll hit the road for a world tour spanning two continents and eight countries. He’s also teased a new album on the way, however, he has yet to reveal further information about the project. 

He recently gave fans a sneak peek at new music with the release of The Prequel, a three-song EP that includes  “My Kinda Saturday Night,” “15 Minutes,” and “Days Like These.” 

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How to Watch ‘CMA Country Christmas’ 2025: Full Lineup, Hosts, and Streaming Details

The Country Music Association and ABC have revealed details for the 16th annual CMA Country Christmas, airing Tuesday, December 2 at 9/8c on ABC.

The annual television special has become one of country music’s most cherished holiday traditions, bringing fans together each year for a festive celebration filled with Christmas classics, heartwarming moments, and unforgettable performances from some of country music’s biggest stars. 

Megan Maroney performs at “CMA Country Christmas”; Photo by John Russell/CMA
Megan Maroney performs at “CMA Country Christmas”; Photo by John Russell/CMA

Who Is Hosting?

This year, the beloved holiday event will be co-hosted by Lauren Daigle and Jordan Davis, who are taking the reins for the very first time. They follow in the footsteps of a prestigious lineup of previous hosts, including Jennifer Nettles, Reba McEntire, Amy Grant, and Trisha Yearwood.

Lady A performs at “CMA Country Christmas”; Photo by John Russell/CMA
Lady A performs at “CMA Country Christmas”; Photo by John Russell/CMA

Who Is Performing?

Both Daigle and Davis will pull double duty as hosts and performers, with Riley Green, Lady A, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, and BeBe Winans also set to take the stage.

Riley Green performs at “CMA Country Christmas”; Photo by John Russell/CMA
Riley Green performs at “CMA Country Christmas”; Photo by John Russell/CMA

Shot live in Nashville, the special is full of holiday magic, great performances, and plenty of Christmas cheer.

How Can I Watch?

Viewers can tune in to CMA Country Christmas on Tuesday, December 2 at 9/8c on ABC, with streaming available the next day on Hulu and Disney+.

Since its debut in 2010, CMA Country Christmas has become a holiday staple, kicking off the festive season with unforgettable performances and a spirit of giving that reflects the heart of country music. Each year, the special brings together artists and fans alike to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

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Jelly Roll’s Wife Bunnie XO Shares Raw Mug Shots from Her Tumultuous Past Ahead of Memoir Release

Bunnie XO, wife of country superstar Jelly Roll, is giving fans a raw and revealing look into her past. The Dumb Blonde podcast host recently shared a series of her mug shots from her younger years, showcasing moments from ages 19 to 26.

She explained that she asked her lawyer to find these mugshots to use for “a really cool idea” for merch throughout the book tour for her upcoming autobiographical book, “Stripped Down.” But what she didn’t expect was all the feelings and memories that would flood back as a result of seeing them after all these years and so much growth.

Photo Courtesy of Bunnie XO
Photo Courtesy of Bunnie XO

“Wow, just wowwww. I had no idea the emotions it would unlock when I asked my lawyer @troianovegaslaw to pull all my mugshots for me,” she began in her statement.

The first photo, Bunnie – whose real name is Alisa – revealed was taken when she was just 19 years old and had already spent five years living on the streets with a boyfriend and friends. She went on to note how “broken & shattered” she looked in following photo that documented a moment in her life when she was searching for a safe place to stay.

“Looking at the first one, I just couldn’t believe what a baby I was. I was 19 , already living on the streets of Vegas for 5 years, couch to couch, or with whatever boyfriend would let me stay. By then I’d already lost three babies.”

With every photo, her appearance might change slightly, but the sadness, brokenness continued to become even more apparent.

“The fact that I’m smiling in some of these will let you kno just how disconnected I was from myself & my emotions. I look at those photos now & just want to hug that little girl. She thought surviving meant hyper independence, fighting in the streets, barking loud & biting even harder,” Bunnie admitted.

The final photo, she shared, was taken after she had just gotten arrested for soliciting an undercover cop on a casino floor. She was only 26 years old at the time. Bunnie is nearly unrecognizable in these photos compared to what we know her to look like today. She admitted that is the result of the drugs and alcohol she was consuming at the time.

“I can still see the drugs in my skin, the bloodshot eyes, the hollow look that comes when you’ve stopped caring if you wake up tomorrow. I was deep in addiction, lost in survival mode. Add in a splash of perpetual victim mentality & it was a recipe for disaster.”

At some point, she says she finally got tired of feeling humiliated and having to constantly “start over” with her life. This mental shift gave her the courage to finally realize two important things:
“I was the problem & the solution.”

Bunnie XO, Jelly Roll; Photo Courtesy Instagram
Bunnie XO, Jelly Roll; Photo Courtesy Instagram

Even after coming to this realization, she still faced plenty of trials and triumphs to get where she is today.

She continued. “Even when I didn’t deserve it, God kept pulling me out the fire. Every overdose that didn’t take me, every time I inserted myself in harms way. He said,”No, there’s still work for you to do & what’s tea for them will be testimony for you.” 

“I’m not ashamed of these photos. They remind me who I used to be, & how far grace has carried me.”

The Dumb Blonde podcast host ended her statement by offering some hope to anyone who might currently be fighting their own “rock-bottom season.”

Bunnie XO - Stripped Down
Bunnie XO – Stripped Down

“I need you to know this- you can rebuild. You CAN rewrite your story & start believing in yourself. You are never too far gone for God to find you, love you, & lift you out. I’m still learning. I’m still healing but one thing is for certain- if He could do it for me… He damn sure can do it for you too. 🤍💫”

Many of the stories behind these photos and more will appear in her memoir, set to arrive in February of 2026. The book will give readers an in-depth look into her life from start to finish, including her decision to leave high school, her days of working as a high-end escort, her relationship with Jelly Roll and much more.

More details can be found here.

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