At a Glance
- Travis Clark confessed to cheating on wife Katie Bates one day after the couple announced a pregnancy loss
- The 24-year-old musician posted the admission on Instagram Stories, taking full responsibility
- The couple married in December 2021 and share two children, ages 1 and 2
- Why it matters: The revelation adds heartbreak to an already devastating week for the Bringing Up Bates star
Travis Clark publicly admitted he cheated on wife Katie Bates, posting the confession on Instagram Stories Saturday, Jan. 17-24 hours after the couple revealed they lost their third baby.
The Confession
Clark, 24, wrote a candid message on his Instagram Stories.
“This is hard to write, but I owe the truth and I owe an apology. I was unfaithful to my wife. I had an affair and repeatedly broke her trust,” the post read.
He continued: “There is no excuse for what I did. This was my failure and my responsibility alone. I know that words don’t begin to express the damage I caused or the depth of the hurt I’ve brought into her life, but I am truly sorry.”
Clark apologized for “the pain, humiliation, and betrayal I caused my wife through my choices.”
“I understand that an apology doesn’t repair what I broke, and forgiveness is not something I deserve or can ask for,” the musician said. “I am taking responsibility by getting help and doing the work to change and become a more honest and accountable man, regardless of outcome.”
He ended the message by asking “for privacy and grace for Katie as she processes this in her own time,” signing off with his name.
Family Reaction
Katie’s brother, Lawson Bates, appeared to reference Clark’s confession in an Instagram Reel that said, “One day, someone might tell your kids… ‘You’re just like your dad.’ Make sure it’s a compliment, not an insult.”
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2019 | Katie and Travis meet |
| 2020 | Begin dating |
| April 2021 | Get engaged |
| December 2021 | Marry |
| February 2023 | Welcome daughter Hailey James |
| September 2024 | Son Harvey Gray born |
| January 16, 2025 | Announce pregnancy loss |
| January 17, 2025 | Travis posts affair confession |
The Pregnancy Loss
Bates shared news of the loss the day before Clark’s confession. In an Instagram video posted Jan. 16, she wrote, “I will spend the rest of my life missing you 🪽.”
The couple had not publicly disclosed how far along the pregnancy had progressed.
Relationship History
- Met in 2019 through family connections within the Bringing Up Bates circle
- Courted for roughly a year before engagement
- Tied the knot in a televised wedding special
- Reside in Tennessee near both extended families
- Frequently document family life on social media
Children
- Hailey James – born February 2023
- Harvey Gray – born September 2024
Both births were featured on the family’s Instagram accounts and discussed in Bringing Up Bates episodes.
Clark’s Career
Travis works as a musician, often posting covers and original songs online. He has performed at family events and collaborated on gospel projects with other Bates relatives.
Support Network
The Bates family, known for their conservative values and tight-knit dynamic, have not issued a collective statement. Individual family members have shared cryptic social media posts, interpreted by fans as support for Katie.
What’s Next
Neither Katie nor Travis has indicated whether they will pursue counseling, separation, or divorce. Clark stated he is “getting help,” but did not specify the type of support.
Key Takeaways
- Travis Clark admitted to an affair one day after the couple announced a pregnancy loss
- He accepted full responsibility and said he is seeking help
- The couple shares two young children and married in late 2021
- Katie has not publicly responded to her husband’s confession
