Morgan Wallen's 3 Sisters: All About Ashlyne, Mikaela and Lacey

Morgan Wallen has three younger sisters: Ashlyne, Mikaela and Lacey

Morgan Wallen has experienced significant ups and downs throughout his record-breaking career, but one thing that has never wavered is the unconditional support of his sisters, Ashlyne, Mikaela and Lacey.

Growing up in Sneedville, a tight-knit rural town tucked away in the northeast corner of Tennessee, Morgan, Ashlyne and Mikaela grew up on music. Their mother, Leslie Wallen, an educator, found creative ways to bring melodies and lyrics into their daily lives, while their father, who served as a pastor, introduced them to spiritual music.

“We grew up in church singing hymns and stuff and learning how to harmonize with each other and sing three-part harmony,” Morgan recalled in Board interview.

The Wallen family eventually moved to Knoxville, where Morgan, Ashlyne and Mikaela attended high school. In 2021, their family expanded when Tom and Leslie adopted Lacey, who they then fostered.

Morgan has received both notable backlash and praise since breaking into the country music industry in 2014. During an interview with The Boot, the “Last Night” singer-songwriter credited his family’s support for fueling his desire to keep pushing.

“I’ve never been held back and I’ve never been driven crazy about this,” he said. “It was a blessing.”

Back in May, Ashlyne gave her big brother, whom she affectionately calls “Mo,” a send-off on Instagram in honor of his 30th birthday.

“Thank you for being the best big brother + best friend. I’m so proud of you, your heart and your honesty,” she captioned a photo of the two.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Morgan Wallen sisters and their relationship with the country singer-songwriter.

They moved to Knoxville when Morgan was in high school

Mikaela Wallen, Morgan Wallen and Ashlyne Wallen.

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As for hometowns, two places come to mind for the Wallen clan.

Morgan, Ashlyne and Mikaela were born and raised in Sneedville, Tennessee, where their love of music took root. Their father, Tommy, was a preacher, and their mother, Leslie, worked at a nearby school as a second-grade teacher.

However, the family later moved an hour and 30 minutes west to Knoxville, when Morgan was a freshman in high school.

“I have never lived anywhere else; Tennessee has always been my home,” Morgan told Nashville Lifestyles. “I’m a little more Western now than I was growing up, but it’s still part of what I grew up with. It’s special for me to be able to represent this place that I love so much.”

Morgan, Ashlyne and Mikaela grew up with an appreciation for music

Morgan Wallen and his sister Ashlyne as children.

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With a preacher father and a teacher mother, Morgan and his sisters naturally grew up in a musical household.

In an interview with country music publication The Nash News, Morgan recalled “singing harmonies at church” with Ashlyne and Mikael. The “Whiskey Glasses” singer added that his mom tried to incorporate music and songs into everything they did as kids.

“My mom was real musical with us growing up,” Morgan said. “Whether it was learning the 50 states or learning anything else. There was always something connected to the song. It was all music.”

At the age of 5, Morgan received a violin for Christmas and later started piano lessons.

Ashlyne appears in one of Morgana’s songs

Morgan Wallen and Ashlyne Wallen.

Ashlyn Wallen’s Instagram

In 2023, Morgan released his third studio album, One thing at a time. The long-awaited album features 36 tracks, including some of Morgan’s best-known hits like “Last Night” and “You Proof,” as well as “Outlook,” on which Ashlyne sings backing vocals.

“I’ve always loved her voice,” Morgan told Nash News of Ashlyne’s vocals, adding that their collaboration was years in the making. “I always wanted to do this with her, but I was always in a rush and it never happened.”

Ashlyne previously shared a video of herself in the recording studio on Instagram, which Morgan said was a special moment for them as siblings. “It was her first experience, you know, singing behind a microphone like that, being recorded. It was cool to be here and see her be a part of it,” he said.

Although “Outlook” is a song about personal growth and reflection, its lyrics are also rooted in faith. Morgan explained that Ashlyna’s appearance on that specific song was no accident, but a nod to their musical upbringing. “The song is spiritual and I think because of the way we learned to sing, being in the spiritual world of things, this song made sense to me and her,” he said.

Mikaela is the mother of two children

Ashlyne Wallen, Mikaela Wallen and Haven Rose Smith.

Ashlyn Wallen’s Instagram

In addition to being the aunt of Morgana’s son Indigo Wilder, Mikaela is also a mother of two children herself. She became a first-time mom after welcoming her daughter Haven Rose Smith on July 7, 2015. Mikaela’s family grew once again on January 5, 2023 with the addition of daughter Kehlani Lauren Parker.

“Welcome to the world’s cutest Kehlani Lauren Parker.. 8lbs 15oz and 20 1/2 inches of absolute perfection,” Mikaela wrote on Instagram alongside a video montage chronicling Kehlani’s first few days. “Haven got to meet her little sister and she’s going to be the best big sister I can tell.”

She added, “Kehlani, you’re already so loved.”

Lacey was adopted in 2021

Lacey Wallen, Ashlyne Wallen and Mikaela Wallen.

Ashlyn Wallen’s Instagram

Morgan, Ashlyne and Mikaela got a new sister in 2021 when their parents adopted the little girl Lacey they were fostering at the time. In an Instagram Story Q&A that was reposted on TikTok, Leslie shared that they “never even considered” adopting until Lacey walked into their lives. “We were foster parents and of course we fell in love with her,” Leslie said, to which Ashlyne added, “Me too!”

On July 12, 2021, Lacey officially joined the Wallen family. Leslie announced the exciting news on her Instagram with a carousel of adoption day photos.

“Today was adoption day! I never could have imagined what God had in store for us as we embarked on this path in foster care. I always wanted more children, God decided to wait until now! We thank him for his blessing on our family and for connecting our hearts with hers. We love her so much,” Leslie wrote.

Their parents have been married for more than 30 years

Cody Wood, Ashlyne Wallen, Morgan Wallen, Lesli Wallen, Haven Rose Smith, Tom Wallen and Mikaela Wallen.

Ashlyn Wallen’s Instagram

When it comes to relationship advice (and love song inspiration), Morgan looks to her parents for guidance. Tommy and Leslie were married in August 1991 and recently celebrated 32 years of marriage.

A single father himself, Morgan admitted he grew up wanting what his parents had. “My parents are still together, you know. They picked up [me and my sisters] together. That was my idea of ​​what my life would be like,” he previously told PEOPLE, adding that he initially “struggled” with the idea of ​​being a single parent.

While participating in an Instagram Story Q&A with Leslie and Ashlyne, Tommy revealed his number one tip for a happy and healthy marriage.

“The best advice I can give you is that she’s always right,” Tommy said in a video posted to Ashlyne’s Story, which was later shared on TikTok.

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