The Grammy-winning country songwriter and producer celebrates the arrival of his third child, sharing heartfelt words about fatherhood and love.

A Joyous New Chapter

October 31, 2025: Country music hitmaker Shane McAnally has officially become a dad of three! The Grammy-winning songwriter and producer, known for crafting chart-topping hits for artists like Kacey Musgraves and Sam Hunt, recently welcomed his third child via surrogate with husband Michael Baum.

Sharing the joyful news on social media, McAnally expressed his gratitude and deep emotion over the milestone moment. “When I was a kid, I wanted to be a dad. We need more love in this world, and I’m proud to bring more of it,” he wrote, alongside a sweet family photo capturing the couple with their newborn.

Expanding the Family

McAnally and Baum are already parents to twins, George and Dylan, who are thrilled to have a new sibling in the family. The couple, who have long been open about their journey to parenthood, chose surrogacy once again, celebrating the surrogate for her “incredible gift of love and selflessness.”

Friends and fans from across the music industry flooded the couple’s comments with congratulatory messages. Fellow artists and collaborators praised McAnally not just for his music but for his devotion to family and his advocacy for love in all its forms.

Love, Family, and Music

Over the years, McAnally has become one of Nashville’s most respected voices—not only for his songwriting genius but also for his openness about being a proud gay father in country music. His journey to fatherhood has inspired countless others in the LGBTQ+ community to embrace their dreams of building families of their own.

As McAnally and Baum begin this next chapter with their new baby, it’s clear that love and music will continue to guide their home.

Final Thoughts

For Shane McAnally, family has always been the heart of his story. With three children and a thriving career, the country songwriter’s message rings loud and clear: “We need more love.”

As HOLR Magazine celebrates this joyful moment, it’s a reminder that love—no matter how it’s built—always makes the world a little brighter.