Chris Stapleton just experienced a career first, and it's the sweetest thing ever. The father of five was in Albany, New York for his headlining All-American Road Show Tour, when he signed a fan's yearbook during his concert.
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New York radio station WGNA shares the sweet moment on social media, revealing it was the first time in his lengthy career that Stapleton had ever signed a yearbook.
"This is for Lila," Stapleton says, holding up the yearbook so everyone can see. He then grabs a Sharpie and writes in the yearbook, revealing to the cheering crowd what he said.
"To Lila, remember that time I signed your yearbook," Stapleton reveals he wrote, taking over the entire front page. "That's the first time I've ever signed a yearbook."
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In addition to headlining his own tour, Stapleton is also joining George Strait for his 2025 Stadium Tour.
"I keep trying to slow down a bit but you keep calling me back. Please don't ever stop. I still love it just as much as I always have," Strait said when the tour was announced. "Thank you for an amazing year last year and I can't wait to see you for a few more again this year. Chris will be back and glad to have Little Big Town with us in LA. For the other cities, we've added Parker M. to the show which will be outstanding. Can't wait to see you!!"
It's fitting that Stapleton is joining Strait for more shows, since Stapleton loves doing the shows almost as much as Strait does.
"I love George's shows. There's nothing to compare it to," Stapleton says (via Music Mayhem). "I love doing these shows with George probably more than anything. It's really fun. It feels like a good thing all the way around. And, when the fans are winning, we're winning."
Stapleton's All-American Road Show Tour currently has dates on the calendar through the beginning of October. Stapleton is also reportedly working on a new album, the follow-up to his 2023 project, Higher.
