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Zack Bryan and Samantha Leonard, cheers to happily ever after! | Music City Minute

Jan 5, 2026, 4:05 PM | Updated: 4:06 pm

Zach Bryan is kicking off 2026 with a bang, or rather, the ring of wedding bells. The “Pink Skies” singer has apparently tied the knot with his current squeeze, Samantha Leonard. Their whirlwind relationship has taken the couple around the world. A few of their epic adventures include (but are not limited to) hiking in the Alps, skydiving and attending the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain…not just as spectators, but actual participants! That experience must have left quite the impression, especially considering Bryan and Leonard chose the coastal city of San Sebastián, Spain, as the backdrop for their big day. The picture-perfect wedding ended with the bride and groom rocking sunglasses and driving off in a shiny convertible. Although the singer and the influencer both seem to harbor wild spirits, ultimately, that might be the key to not only a thriving relationship, but also the peace and contentment Bryan has been desperately seeking. Congratulations to the lovebirds on this new, exciting chapter.
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