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Lady A’s Charles Kelley and Wife Cassie Welcome Second Son, Archer Lancaster Kelley

The People exclusive announces a long-hoped-for addition during a busy stretch for Lady A.

Overview

  • Archer Lancaster Kelley was born Sept. 16 at 11:14 a.m., weighing 6 lbs., 11 oz., according to a statement shared with People.
  • Kelley called Archer their “little miracle” and said the family is “absolutely in love,” with big brother Ward described as over the moon.
  • A family photo from the hospital was released to People showing Cassie holding the newborn with Charles and Ward beside them.
  • Archer joins 9-year-old Ward, whom the couple welcomed in 2016 after previously discussing years of fertility struggles.
  • The birth precedes Lady A’s holiday album On This Winter’s Night (Vol. 2) on Sept. 26 and a Christmas tour starting Dec. 5 in Atlanta and concluding with three nights at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.