Who Is Wynonna Judd Married To? Meet The Singers Husband Cactus Moser

April 2024 · 7 minute read

Wynonna Judd’s husband is Micheal Scott Moser (born May 3, 1957) and is popularly known as Cactus Moser. He is a 66-year-old celebrated drummer, producer, actor, songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist.

Cactus Moser was also part of an American country music band in Los Angeles, California, named Highway101. He is a three times Grammy award nominee and had numerous awards from different recognized events and academies. In addition, Cactus is music director and producer for Wynonna Judd, his wife, and her band, Big Noise.

Summary of Cactus Moser Biography

Who Is Wynonna Judd’s Husband?

Cactus Moser is 66 years old. He was born on May 03, 1957, in Montrose, Colorado, USA. He is American by nationality and is of white ethnicity. However, information about Cactus’s parents, siblings, educational background, and what growing up was like for him have been kept away from the media.

Cactus Moser Began His Music Career in the 80s

Cactus Moser’s career began in the early 80s when he started working as a professional drummer, vocalist, and later the co-founder of Highway 101, an American country music band in Los Angeles, California. The band created hit tracks and albums for various labels in the years that followed.

Despite the ill fate that befell the drummer, which caused him to amputate his left leg, it didn’t stop him from playing drums and doing what he loves. He is currently the music director and producer for his wife and her band, Big Noise.

Moser has been recognized and rewarded for his excellence in making music, and these recognitions include his three times Grammy nomination and a four-time CMA winner. He has also won the Modern Drummer Readers Association award three times. Besides, he has been on different tours with his Band and his wife’s band.

Cactus Moser and Wynonna Judd Were Friends for 20 Years Before They Married

The couples got acquainted with each other while touring together in the 80s with Wynonna’s mom. It was difficult for the couple then to go on a date. So they went their separate ways and remained friends. However, their friendship status never changed for over 20 years until 2009, when they began dating.

They dated for two and a half years and got engaged on December 24, 2011. The couple got married exactly one year after their engagement, on June 10, 2012, at Judd’s house in Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee. The marriage was simple, involving only the couple and their children. The wedding took place during sunset.

Wynonna wore a Houri Barahimi dress and had no shoes on. Her husband dressed as a cowboy in his tuxedo, which was with a vest, pouch, watch, and holster. During one of her interviews, she had this to say about her wedding, “I felt a joy that hasn’t been there before.”

Meet Cactus Moser’s Wife, Wynonna Judd

Wynonna Judd was Born 59 Years Ago

Wynonna Judd was born Christian Claire Ciminella on May 30, 1964, in Ashland, Kentucky, USA. She is an American country musician and has won multiple awards for her hit tracks and album.

The country musician started her music career after being inspired by her mom constantly playing country music. She learned how to play the guitar in the process. The singer picked interest and followed in her mom’s footsteps in making music in the mid-80s.

She formed a Music Duo With Her Mother

Wynonna first gained recognition after she teamed up with her mum, forming a Duo named The Judds, and together, they released seven albums on Curb Records. Unfortunately, the Duo disbanded in 1991.

Wynonna became a solo musician making songs, having several singles and albums in curbs. She also gained recognition as a solo artist and was inducted into the country music hall of fame as a member of The Judds. The singer is currently in a band named Big Noise and still makes music.

The Controversy That Followed After Cactus Moser and Wynonna Judd’s Marriage

Cactus and Wynonna’s marriage was indeed a trending topic on the internet when they got married. Still, there was something not settling with the audience, which was Judd’s refusal to invite her mom and her sister to their wedding ceremony.

The American singer responded in an interview, saying she did not invite them because their presence would make her nervous, whereas she wanted to get married in her style and not theirs. She also added that her family at that time wasn’t in a good place.

Cactus Moser Was Involved in an Accident Shortly After Their Marriage

Two months after the couple got married, precisely on August 18, 2012, a terrible event occurred in the Moser household. The drummer was involved in a fatal accident, which resulted in the amputation of his left leg.

The accident happened in black hill South Dakota where he was riding his motorcycle with his wife and a few friends. Exactly ten feet ahead of his wife, he drifted away from the designated line for motorcycles and crashed into an oncoming car.

Wynonna rushing to the scene, saw her husband’s leg shattered and scattered over the floor. Immediately he was rushed to the hospital, and the urgency to amputate the leg was the only option; that is how the Cactus lost his left leg.

Cactus’ Accident Brought the Couple Closer

The accident drew the couple closer than ever. The American country musician adjusted to it, even though it initially seemed pretty difficult. Wynonna went from being an American country musician to being a housewife, cook, and caretaker for her husband as he could not do anything.

Three months later after the accident, Cactus recovered. Wynonna returned to singing and recording songs. However, the drummer wasn’t left out as he was attacking the drums like the incident never happened. Such powerful couples! Gradually, they went back to making music together and are still active.

Did Cactus Moser and Wynonna Judd Have Children?

Cactus and Wynonna have no kids together. Instead, they had from their previous marriages. Cactus had his three children, Sunshine, Cahl, and Wyatt Moser, from his first marriage. However, details regarding his first wife aren’t available in the media.

On the other hand, Wynonna had her kids from her first marriage with Arch Kelley. They had two kids, Elijah Judd and Grace Pauline Kelley. Although, she had her first child before marrying him.

What is Cactus Moser’s Net Worth 

The professional drummer and vocalist have a net worth of about 5 million dollars from his music career and his partnership with brands, endorsement deals, and other influencing jobs. He is currently working on a project with his son, which is available on youtube.

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