- - ’90s Country Icon, 64, Admits He May Retire From Touring After 2026

Melinda LorgeFebruary 18, 2026 at 3:14 AM

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Trace Adkins has not only made a strong impact in country music; he has also enjoyed plenty of success. With a career spanning over three decades, the ‘90s country icon has sold over 11 million albums, charted nearly two dozen singles, and has sold out shows across the nation.

Having achieved more than most could dream of, is it time for him to hang up his hat?

He Thought About Stepping Back a Decade Ago

According to the “You’re Gonna Miss This” hitmaker, he says he believes stepping away from his career is 10 years overdue.

“I knew 10 years ago,” he laughed when asked about the subject of retiring while speaking toEntertainment Tonight during a red carpet interview.

But, one person was standing in his way.

“My accountant was like, ‘No, not yet,’” he divulged.

Despite the thought of calling it quits — at least when it comes to having a full-length touring schedule — Adkins says he’s appreciative of his loyal fanbase and how he’s still able to entertain folks in the spotlight.

“I just can’t believe I’m still around,” the country music superstar, 64, acknowledged. “And, maybe somewhat relevant, you know, still. I’m just proud to be here and glad that I've had fans that have stuck with me all these decades."

He Recently Launched a Headlining Tour

The discussion of potentially bidding farewell to the road life comes just one month after Adkins kicked off his U.S. headlining 30th Anniversary Tour, which means fans still have time to grab a ticket to see him live, just in case he does happen to say goodbye to the road.

"I'm gonna give 'em another year...I do not have another 30 in me. I do not," he spoke openly about his plans. "I'm gonna give 'em this year. I'm gonna tour hard this year. But then I can't promise anything after that."

Adkins’ 30th Anniversary Tour, celebrating three decades of towering success, launched on Jan. 16 at Oxford Performing Arts Center in Oxford, AL. The 24-date trek currently runs through September 19, where it will wrap at the Hollywood Casino in Charles Town, WV.

For a full listing of tour dates, visit Trace Adkins' official website, here.

Related: Country Icon Chris Stapleton, 47, Discusses Early Retirement: ‘I’ve Done Enough’

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