Will Banister Confirms Divorce From Tessa
The country singer said his marriage to Tessa ended after recent posts left some fans unaware of his marital status.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Divorce
Country singer Will Banister announced on Instagram that his marriage to Tessa ended some time ago. He said he was clarifying his status because some people were unaware the marriage had ended.
Why it matters
Banister and Tessa met while attending Eastern New Mexico University and share four children together. The announcement clarifies a personal milestone for a public figure whose fans followed the couple's life alongside his music.
Banister has released four albums in total, with his most recent full-length, Everything Burns, arriving in 2020. He also released a six-song EP titled Forever in 2025.
The players
Will Banister
Will Banister is a country music singer and songwriter known for his albums and singles, including Turned Her On to Country.
Eastern New Mexico University
Eastern New Mexico University is a public university in Portales, New Mexico, where Banister and Tessa first met as students.
The details
Banister posted the announcement on Instagram, saying recent posts prompted him to clarify his marital status. He was 36 years old at the time and has released two singles, Lovin on Me and Come Back Beautiful, in 2026.
Timeline
2010: Banister released his first album, Turned Her On to Country.
2020: Banister released Everything Burns, his fourth album.
2023: Banister and his ex-wife divorced.
2025: Banister released the six-song EP Forever.
November 8, 2026: Banister announced the end of his marriage on Instagram.
Culture Shift
Country artists increasingly use Instagram to announce personal milestones directly to fans rather than through press releases. This pattern lets performers control how their private lives are presented to the audiences who follow their music.
Fans who follow Banister's music can find his four albums and recent releases on streaming platforms. The Forever EP and the 2026 singles Lovin on Me and Come Back Beautiful are the most recent works available to listeners.
The takeaway
Publicly sharing personal updates lets public figures set the record straight for fans who may have missed major life changes. For anyone navigating a separation, being clear and direct with the people closest to you can reduce confusion.
Further reading
For more on the emotional and legal realities of ending a marriage, see Divorce.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Syracuse.
