Jake Worthington, 30, Pauses Country Music Career as Fame's Toll Pushes Hiatus

4 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 25

Jake Worthington said on Instagram he is stepping away from country music, telling fans he needs time to work on himself for his wife and daughter.
The 30-year-old singer, who broke out on "The Voice" in 2014, said the life he modeled after his heroes had "gotten ahold" of him and promised to return "even better."
Carly Pearce and Dierks Bentley were among supporters who praised the decision, framing the break as a move to protect his health, family and long-term career.
Chase Rice made a similar announcement in January, saying 13 years of touring had left him physically and mentally exhausted, underscoring wider strain in country music's road-heavy lifestyle.

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