Country music star Parker McCollum is opening up about his admiration for his wife, Hallie Ray Light McCollum, as the couple prepares to welcome their second child. In a heartfelt interview with Sirius XM’s The Highway on Friday, Jan. 9, the singer reflected on how “steady” Hallie Ray has been during her pregnancy and praised her unwavering support and calm demeanor.
Parker McCollum on Hallie Ray’s Calm and Steady Nature
Parker, 33, described his wife as a constant in his life, especially amidst the busy routines of family and career. “She is my constant. Opposites attract there for sure. I’m all over the place… and she is just steady, man. I mean, you can’t rattle her,” he said during the interview.
The couple announced in December 2025 that Hallie Ray is expecting their second child, a son, who is set to join their 16-month-old son, Major McCollum, in the summer of 2026. Parker expressed admiration for his wife’s consistency, noting that even during pregnancy, Hallie Ray remains “the exact same person every single day.”
Morning Routines and Family Life
Parker gave fans a glimpse into their morning routines, highlighting their differences. “I’m a morning person. Every morning of my life before my eyes even open, my brain’s going a thousand miles an hour,” he said. In contrast, Hallie Ray needs about an hour to fully wake up and “get the juices flowing.”
Despite the contrast, Parker credits her composure with helping balance his high-energy personality. “I’m nine different people before I get out of the shower in the morning, and she is just steady,” he said.
Baby Name Ideas Bring Humor to the Spotlight
In the interview, Parker also joked about potential names for their upcoming son. “If Hallie Ray would just let go and let me, his name would be ‘Baller,’” he quipped, noting it would be “a really cool name.” He also teased that Major had a preference for naming his little brother “Keaton Cadillac McCollum”, but Hallie Ray was not on board with that one.
Pregnancy Announcement and Family Excitement
The couple shared the exciting news of their second pregnancy on Instagram on Christmas Day 2025. Hallie Ray captioned the post:
“McCollum party of 4 next Christmas!!!! Another BOY joining us summer 2026!!! Merry Christmas, everyone! Thank you, Jesus! HBD!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”
Parker celebrated the announcement in the comments, sharing, “Congratulations!!!”
Fans were quick to celebrate with the couple, sharing well-wishes for the growing family. The post included adorable snaps of Parker, Hallie Ray, and Major smiling and embracing in front of their Christmas tree, capturing the joy and excitement of their expanding family.
Parker McCollum and Hallie Ray: A Strong Partnership
Parker McCollum and Hallie Ray have consistently shown themselves to be a supportive and loving pair. From navigating Parker’s rising country music career to raising their first son, the couple’s strong partnership remains a central part of their story. Parker’s admiration for his wife during pregnancy underscores their shared values and commitment to family life.
“You can’t rattle her,” he reiterated. “She’s just steady, man. That’s everything.”
With their second child on the way, the McCollums continue to exemplify balance, humor, and devotion in their family journey, giving fans a heartfelt glimpse into life behind the music and stage.
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