Alan Jackson Reflects on Love with Wife Denise on Valentine’s Day

CHAMBERLAIN, S.D. — Country music legend Alan Jackson shared a nostalgic tribute to his wife, Denise, on Valentine’s Day 2025. The post featured a vintage black-and-white photograph from the couple’s early days, showcasing a young Denise smiling at Jackson as she sat in a convertible.

In the photo, Alan Jackson appears nearly unrecognizable without his iconic mustache and cowboy hat. The image captures the couple’s youthful exuberance, with Denise sporting a classic ‘70s hairstyle. The couple met as teenagers in Newnan, Georgia, and celebrated their wedding on December 15, 1979.

Denise Jackson has played a crucial role in her husband’s rise to fame, helping to secure his first songwriting deal. In a pivotal moment early in their marriage, she approached music industry figure Glen Campbell at an airport and introduced her aspiring husband.

“He gave her a business card for his Nashville publishing company, and that’s how we started,” Alan Jackson recalled. “Denise has always been my rock.”

Since then, Alan Jackson has released numerous hit albums, including his debut, “Here in the Real World,” in 1990. The couple welcomed three daughters: Mattie Denise in June 1990, Alexandra Jane “Ali” in August 1993, and Dani Grace in August 1997.

Currently, Jackson is on the road for his “Last Call: One More for the Road” tour, although he has refrained from labeling it a farewell tour. He is keen to give his fans one last opportunity to experience his performances in various cities.

“I’m enjoying spending more time at home,” Jackson said, reflecting on family time with their grown daughters and two grandchildren. “But my fans always show up to have a good time, and I’m going to give them the best show I can for this Last Call.”

Despite his ongoing health struggles with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a degenerative nerve condition that affects mobility, Jackson remains dedicated to his craft. The disease can cause muscle contractions and loss of sensation, making touring more challenging.

The tour schedule includes shows in cities such as Oklahoma City, Fort Worth, Orlando, Tampa, and Milwaukee.

Jackson’s home life has also shifted after selling an expansive 18,622-square-foot estate in Franklin, Tennessee, for $28 million in 2010. He and Denise have since moved into a 22,012-square-foot mansion in the area, purchased for $19 million in 2021. The contemporary residence includes luxury amenities, reflecting their enduring success.

As the couple continues to share their journey, fans remain connected through Jackson’s heartfelt music and personal reflections, ensuring his legacy endures on and off the stage.