Gracie McGraw, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Audrey McGraw, and Maggie McGraw, 2015 | Source: Getty Images
Tim McGraw and his wife, Faith Hill, have a unique way of celebrating the holiday season at their home.
The country singer's wife helped him overcome a challenging phase.
The couple raised their daughters so they could be normal and grounded, and Tim treasured his family so much that he did his best so they felt loved and comfortable at home.
Tim and Hill became empty nesters.
Tim McGraw, his wife of 26 years in 2022, Faith Hill, and their three daughters had family home parties ahead of Christmas. On December 21, 2022, the country singer's family and others looked happy and in good spirits as they posed together for a photo.
The group was dressed in different costumes and stood in front of a giant Christmas tree. Tim explained that they were dressed for an "Icon" themed dinner and dared his fans to guess who each person was dressed as.
Hill's husband concluded his post by wishing his followers a "Merry Christmas." One of the couple's daughters, Gracie McGraw, also shared several Instagram images from the same night and noted how she thought they'd "killed" the theme.
Dressing up seemed to be the order of the day for Tim's family for the holidays, as on December 19, 2022, Gracie uploaded photos and videos of the family having a "The Great" themed dinner. Days before, on December 14, the oldest McGraw/Hill daughter shared a "The Godfather" theme, jokingly writing:
"Never go against the family.”
Tim McGraw shares the Christmas Eve meal eaten by his family each year during the holidays on December 23, 2022 | Source: Instagram Story/thetimmcgraw
Tim McGraw shares the Christmas Eve meal eaten by his family each year during the holidays on December 23, 2022 | Source: Instagram Story/thetimmcgraw
The following day her father shared a black and white video of the family posing together for the Italian movie and wrote, "Love my family and all the craziness that comes with it!" A fan pointed out that Tim was "truly blessed" for having a beautiful family.
As per family tradition, Tim cooked tomato marinara sauce and meatballs for their Christmas Eve meal. He posted images of the dishes on his Instagram Story and seemed excited about the meal.
In 2018, the star also prepared the same meal and shared an Instagram picture of it cooking in a pot and the meatballs being grilled. On her Instagram Story in 2022, Gracie revealed how the family enjoyed their meals with drinks.
She sipped on some eggnog in one post, and in a second one, she had a Boulevardier cocktail, also known as bourbon Negroni. Gracie also shared an Instagram story photo showing how their garden was decorated with many white fairy lights.
While the family spent years enjoying the holiday season together, things hadn't always been this smooth. Tim had an addiction problem at one point, and if it wasn't for his significant other, he might not have had his wife and daughters by his side.
Wife Saved Tim from Losing Family
Considering how long Tim and Hill have been together, the pair inspired many young couples. However, like many other marriages, the singers' union was not without challenges.
Tim McGraw & Faith Hill during Andre Agassi's 6th Grand Slam for Children Fundraiser - Backstage & Auction at MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
Over the years, Tim has spoken candidly about the challenges he and Hill have gone through. In 2018, the songwriter recalled a time when he could have lost his family due to alcohol addiction.
The star was already a renowned musician, but the need to maintain the top spot weighed heavily on his shoulders. As a result, the singer would drink alcohol before climbing the stage for a performance.
Tim McGraw & Faith Hill on the Red Carpet for the 49TH ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Sunday, April 6 (8:00–11:00 p.m., live ET/delayed PT) on CBS Television Network. | Source: Getty Images
According to Tim, it made him feel powerful and courageous, and he would effortlessly wow the audience. Sadly, with time, the singer became dependent on alcohol, and eventually, things went out of hand with him stating:
"I drank too much. I partied too much. And I did other things too much."
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill attend a dinner to celebrate the launch of Paramount+ in Europe at Chiltern Firehouse on June 21, 2022, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Slowly, the musician's life spiraled out of control, and he was losing his family. Tim once recalled waking up at about 8 a.m. and heading to the liquor cabinet for a shot when he needed to wake his children up.
At that moment, the star knew he needed help, so after a long battle with alcoholism, he opened up to his wife, and she stepped in to help. Hill felt devastated seeing her husband drift away and knew that things could not continue that way.
To her, challenging him to be a better husband and father was the only way out. So, Hill gave her husband two options — he could choose his family or the reckless life, as he could not have both.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill arrive for the 45th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 18, 2010, in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
Tim knew he could not lose his family, so he quit drinking and worked towards being a better father to his girls. Ultimately, Hill helped get her husband to where he was today, and he confessed:
"She saved my life in many ways — from myself more than anything. Sometimes, I can go down a dark road, and she pulls me out. My wife makes me a better man."
For the songstress, it felt great seeing her husband recommit himself to his family again. Hill would reveal that after Tim overcame his addiction, she became inspired by how he took on the responsibility of being a father and husband.
Tim McGraw & Faith Hill during The 28th Annual American Music Awards at Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, United States. | Source: Getty Images
Despite how inspirational the singer had become, Hill kept an eye on him lest he returned to his old ways. Thankfully, the singer was sober many years later and had his family intact, but Tim's alcohol addiction was not the only challenge the couple had dealt with in the past years.
In March 2018, Hill's husband collapsed on stage during a show in Ireland. An eyewitness revealed that the incident looked terrible and terrifying, recalling how the country star fell, and immediately, his band rushed over to him and took him offstage.
Afterward, Hill addressed the health scare while on stage, assuring the audience that her husband was fine, adding that he was dehydrated due to the traveling. Then, she announced that Tim would not return to the stage to finish the performance and advised fans to stay hydrated.
While the famous couple faced all sorts of challenges within their marriage, one thing they tried to do was to shield their children from the media. Hill and her husband wished to raise their brood to have everyday lives.
Raising Daughters at Rural Manor
After Tim and Hill had their rough patches, the couple purchased a rural manor home. The two-story 622-acre property was built in 1800 and spanned 3,152 square feet.
It comprised a living room, three bedrooms, four bathrooms, the main suite, six fireplaces, a storage building, a barn, a 12-stall stable, and an eat-in kitchen. The decorations, designs, and furniture were elegant for the living room.
It featured a white painting, a black and gray carpet, a tan leather sofa, a built-in fireplace, floor-to-ceiling windows, a white marble backdrop, natural light, a grand piano, a brass antique-looking chandelier, and a spiral staircase with a black railing.
Walking into the kitchen, guests were greeted by varnished wooden floors, stainless steel appliances, concrete-style splashback, and a stainless steel chimney hood. Overall, the abode screamed luxury and class.
Tim and his wife purchased the property in 2003 and happily raised their daughters there. Together, the family of five made beautiful memories as the couple took turns driving their daughters to school.
The duo also took Maggie to dance lessons, and at the same time, her father helped as a coach on Gracie's basketball team.
Additionally, Tim would cook for the family once in a while, and Hill was proud to show off her husband. Ultimately, Tim, Hill, and their daughters had memorable moments in the rural manor home before the children moved out.
Tim and Faith Become Empty Nesters
After enjoying their daughters' company for many years, Tim and Hill were now "empty nesters." Their older daughters, Gracie and Maggie, live in a different state while Audrey moved out of her parents' Nashville, Tennessee, home in 2021.
Audrey left to pursue a career in show business, and it has been difficult for Tim and Hill to adjust to living away from their children. During a chat with People, the father of three said:
"You're used to getting up in the morning, taking kids to school, going to softball and basketball and cheerleader practices, and all of a sudden, all that's gone when your last one leaves."
He further noted that afternoons with his daughters had been memorable because Hill was always in the kitchen, cooking whenever they returned from school. The country singer also said:
"I miss them coming in and smelling what mom's cooking and being excited about dinner. I miss the energy around. There were times when we had 15 teenage girls in our house talking about boys and life and everything going on."
Although Gracie, Maggie, and Audrey were not around anymore, Tim said they stayed in touch and maintained their closeness. On December 13, 2022, the star shared how his children wanted beignets for their birthdays.
It was a lovely sight, as the duo [Faith Hill and Tim McGraw] had happiness written all over them...
In his Instagram video, Hill's husband shared step-by-step instructions on how he made his offspring's favorite birthday breakfast dish that made them come home to visit. The country music singer felt inspired by his daughters' decisions to pursue success.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill of MTV Ent Studios/101 Studios visited BAFTA headquarters to celebrate the launch of Paramount+ UK at BAFTA on June 20, 2022, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
He described the trio as strong, independent, and strong-minded. In addition, the father of three noted:
"And what I'm most grateful for is just how normal our kids are and how grounded they are and how much they respect themselves and others."
With their children finding their way, Tim and Hill had the house all to themselves and still enjoyed their lives. The latter once shared a video of her and her husband doing a romantic dance, and fans loved it.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill speak onstage during the Paramount+ UK launch at Outernet London on June 20, 2022, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Similarly, the doting husband also gave fans glimpses of his life with his wife. In one of his Instagram posts, the country singer shared beautiful flowers in flower pots after gardening with the songstress.
Overall, the couple was having the best time of their lives. In October 2022, they marked 26 years of marital bliss, with Tim commemorating the occasion with a beautiful post.
Faith Hill and Tim McGraw attend the 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards at Barker Hangar on February 27, 2022, in Santa Monica, California. | Source: Getty Images
Taking to Instagram, he shared a clip showing some romantic and intimate moments he had experienced with his wife while a lovely country song played in the background. Tim captioned the post:
"Wow, 26 years! Happy anniversary to my girl!! I love you, baby @faithhill."
Shortly after the post was shared, fans took to the comments section to air their thoughts and offer congratulatory messages to the couple. Many netizens wrote that the couple inspired them, adding that their love was rare.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill arrive at the world premiere of "1883" at Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas on December 11, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nevada. | Source: Getty Images
Hill did not leave all the posting to her husband and also took to her Instagram page with a video of her and him giving speeches at the Country Music Hall of Fame Induction. During the address, she gushed about her man.
The country musician shared how much of an amazing father and husband he was. It was a lovely sight, as the duo had happiness written all over them, and in the caption accompanying the clip, Hill wrote:
"Married to this man 26 years today. I ran into this video a while back and thought it would be a good post in honor of our 26th wedding anniversary. I love making my husband laugh, but nothing is more fun than making him do so in public."
At 26 years of marriage, Tim and Hill proved that true love existed. Hopefully, the love and happiness the couple shared would never end.
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