Highlights
- Jason Aldean and Brittany Kerr were first seen together in 2012 at ‘The Den’ in West Hollywood, a renowned bar.
- After divorcing his first wife Jessica Ussery in 2013, Jason Aldean confirmed his relationship with Brittany Kerr officially in March 2014.
- Jason Aldean married Brittany in Mexico on March 21, 2015.
American Idol is a popular reality television show. If you are a big fan of this show, you would have noticed Brittany Kerr in the Hollywood Week episodes. However, she couldn’t move forward in the competition after this stage.
Her personal life gained the spotlight when she became too close to the famous country music star, Jason Aldean in 2012. The pair became the talk of the town as Jason was still married when Brittany came into his life. So, without further delay, let us explore more about this couple, and also about Jason Aldean’s first wife.
What Happened Between Jason Aldean and Brittany Kerr in 2012?
Jason Aldean and Brittany Kerr were first seen together in 2012 at ‘The Den’ in West Hollywood, a renowned bar. The noteworthy point is that Jason was still married to Jessica Ussery when the meeting between him and Brittany occurred. They both were spotted kissing each other at the bar.
A few days after the incident, Jason Aldean apologized on his social media handle that, due to his inappropriate drinking, he lost control and got carried away, and that he had screwed up. Later, he boarded the bus alone and left for his next show. He said that was the end of that story and he had ended up embarrassing himself and his family. He also wanted some private time with his family to address this situation and thanked everyone for their constant support.
Brittany also, on her part, apologized for the inappropriate incident that transpired between her and Jason Aldean. She stated that it was not her true character and she didn’t think clearly. She also offered her sincere apologies to her friends and family and also to those impacted by this incident.
Jason Aldean’s First Wife – Jessica Ussery
Jason Aldean and Jessica Ussery were married for more than ten years. She was his high school sweetheart. They had two beautiful daughters together, Keeley in February 2003, and Kendyl in August 2007. However, Jason filed for divorce from Jessica in April 2013.
He stated that Jessica would always remain important to him as she was the mother of his two children and also said that they would consider their daughters as their top priority.
What Happened After Jason Aldean’s Divorce With His First Wife Jessica Ussery?
After divorcing his first wife Jessica Ussery in 2013, Jason Aldean confirmed his relationship with Brittany Kerr officially in March 2014. The couple didn’t make many public appearances initially, but Brittany attended one of Jason’s concerts in March.
Jason and Brittany were still criticized for their inappropriate act in 2012, as Jason was still a married man during that period. However, after he started dating Brittany, he gave a fitting reply on his social media to all the critics stating that he was sick of people judging them over things they have no idea about. He accepted that he had committed mistakes, but those mistakes were what turned him into a better person currently.
He also said that he was happier than he had ever been before and thanked all his supporters. He said it was time for him to move on.
Engagement of Jason Aldean and Brittany
The couple dated happily for six months, and in September 2014, they announced their engagement publicly. Very soon, Brittany shared a picture of them sharing a passionate kiss on Instagram. She shared the love that she had with her fiance by stating that her heart had never been filled with so much happiness and love. She couldn’t wait to spend the rest of her life with him. Brittany also stated that she felt very thankful for getting the opportunity to share her future memories and blessings with Jason.
The Much Awaited Wedding of Jason Aldean and Brittany
Jason Aldean married Brittany in Mexico on March 21, 2015, and Brittany Kerr officially became Brittany Aldean. A few weeks into their marriage, Jason happily revealed to People Magazine that he felt as if their life was a honeymoon and he hoped to have children with his wife possibly in the next couple of years.
In April 2015, Jason received the Male Vocalist of the Year award. While receiving it, he was all praises for the love of his life, his wife Brittany Aldean, and dedicated the award to her and to Keeley and Kendyl, his daughters from his previous marriage.
Jason and Brittany Aldean Welcome Their First Child
In May 2017, Jason and Brittany Aldean happily announced on social media that they were expecting their first child. Brittany couldn’t control her excitement when she announced on Instagram that this was the hardest secret they ever had to keep and that they couldn’t wait to meet their baby.
Jason, on his part, echoed the same excitement and added that they were very happy about the new addition to their family and the year just turned better and better for them. They welcomed their first child, a boy on December 1, 2017, and named him Memphis. Both Jason and Brittany announced the birth of their new baby on their individual Instagram accounts.
Jason and Brittany Aldean Become Parents for the Second Time
In July 2018, Jason and Brittany Aldean announced on Instagram that they were expecting again. They threw a tropical-themed baby shower where they disclosed that their unborn daughter’s name would be Navy. She gave birth to their daughter on February 4, 2019, and named her Navy Rome as revealed earlier.
In July 2020, Jason’s music video featured clips of his wife, children, and also his daughters from his previous marriage. Later, in 2021, the singer revealed that his life had changed a lot, and he had even started practicing healthy eating habits.
Jason Aldean’s Special Mention of Brittany Aldean at the ACM Awards
On March 7, 2022, Jason and his fellow country star Carrie Underwood were bestowed with the Single of the Year award for their duet, If I Didn’t Love You. After receiving the award, Jason, while speaking, gave a special mention of his wife stating that they had celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary only the previous day and that he loved her so much. Brittany also showed her love for him by supporting him on Instagram and said that he definitely deserved it.
Jason and Brittany – A Pillar of Strength to Each Other
The couple has been a pillar of strength to each other during their tough times. In August 2022, when Brittany’s makeup video on Instagram created a controversy, Jason stood strong with her. Similarly, in July 2023, when Jason’s song, Try That In a Small Town was criticized, Brittany came to his defense.
In May 2024, Jason happily celebrated Mother’s Day with his wife and even their children were present in the celebration.
Wrapping Up
Jason and Brittany Aldean are truly a power couple. They have had each other’s back and are also doting parents to their children. Jason has never stopped being vocal about his love for his wife Brittany and she has also done the same with him.