Country Star Thomas Rhett and Wife Lauren Akins Welcome Fifth Child

The couple announced the birth of their son Brave Elijah Akins, their fifth child together.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 7:15am

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Country music star Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins have welcomed their fifth child, a son named Brave Elijah Akins. The couple shared the news on Instagram, revealing that Brave was born a little early at almost 10 pounds. Thomas Rhett helped deliver the baby and was the first to announce the sex to the family. The couple is already parents to four daughters - Lillie Carolina, Lennon Love, Ada James, and Willa Gray.

Why it matters

The birth of Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins' fifth child is a significant milestone for the country music family. The couple has been open about their journey to growing their family, and the addition of baby Brave continues to showcase their commitment to parenthood and expanding their brood.

The details

Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins welcomed their fifth child, a son named Brave Elijah Akins, on February 27, 2026. Brave was born a little early at almost 10 pounds. Thomas Rhett helped deliver the baby and was the first to announce to the family that it was a boy. The couple is already parents to four daughters - Lillie Carolina, Lennon Love, Ada James, and Willa Gray.

  • Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins announced they were expecting their fifth child together in August 2025.
  • Brave Elijah Akins was born on February 27, 2026.

The players

Thomas Rhett

A country music star who has now welcomed five children with his wife Lauren Akins.

Lauren Akins

The wife of country singer Thomas Rhett, with whom she has welcomed five children.

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What they’re saying

“Welcome to the world Brave. Oh. my. goodness. Our hearts are just in a big ole puddle with this precious baby BOY.”

— Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins

“Thomas Rhett was my biggest champion in labor & delivery. He helped deliver him, was the first one to see and *tearfully*, mixed with a bit of shock announce to us all in the room 'It's a BOY.'”

— Lauren Akins

The takeaway

The birth of Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins' fifth child, a son named Brave, is a heartwarming addition to their growing family. The country music couple has been open about their journey to parenthood, and this latest milestone showcases their commitment to expanding their brood and welcoming new life.