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Country Star Fakes Wardrobe Malfunction To Help Guitar Player Propose to Her To…
Welcoming her tour manager to the stage, Kaitlin Butts helped her guitar player propose to her best friend.
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Surprise Stage Proposal: Country Singer's Tour Manager Gets Engaged Mid-Concert
Oklahoma City, July 22, 2025. A recent concert in Oklahoma City became the scene of a heartwarming surprise when country singer Kaitlin Butts orchestrated a unique marriage proposal for her tour manager, Sophia Wells. During her performance, Butts paused, feigning a wardrobe malfunction, to introduce Wells to the thousands in attendance. Butts shared the story of her long-standing friendship with Wells, revealing they met 13 years ago in Oklahoma City and that Wells had initially reached out via a "drunk DM" on Instagram, asking if Butts needed a background singer. Butts humorously recounted her reply: "No, but I need a tour manager." Wells has since served as Butts' tour manager for the past two years. As Butts concluded her introduction, Wells' boyfriend, who is also the band's guitar player, stepped forward and knelt on one knee, presenting a ring. The crowd erupted in cheers as Wells, visibly surprised and emotional, accepted the proposal. The newly engaged couple embraced on stage, sharing their joy with the audience. The special moment, which began with an unexpected message, culminated in a public declaration of love, captivating all who witnessed it.
