Dr. Hackett is from Paducah, KY. After high school, he attended Murray State University where he completed his Bachelor of Science in 2012, graduating valedictorian.

After college, Dr. Hackett attended the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and graduated in 2017. After graduating from the UK, Dr. Hackett completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of Florida.

Dr. Hackett married his wife, Abby, in June 2022. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors.