Nearly one year after saying “I do,” Dancing with the Stars professional Britt Stewart and actor Daniel Durant are opening up about married life, reflecting on the journey that began when they first met as dance partners on Season 31 of the hit competition series. While their romance has inspired fans from the very beginning, Britt recently shared that one quiet decision has helped strengthen their relationship even more: making time to slow down and put each other first after an incredibly busy first year of marriage.
Stewart and Durant first crossed paths in 2022 when they were paired together on Dancing with the Stars. At the time, Britt’s focus was helping the CODA actor learn ballroom dancing, while Daniel introduced her to Deaf culture and American Sign Language. What started as a professional partnership gradually developed into a close friendship, and after the season ended, both realized their connection had grown into something much deeper.
Their relationship continued to blossom over the following year. Daniel proposed on Christmas Eve in 2023 during a family hike in Lake Arrowhead, California, creating one of the most memorable moments of their lives. Britt later described the proposal as completely unexpected, saying she was overwhelmed with emotion as both of their families celebrated together.
The couple married on August 23, 2025, during an intimate outdoor ceremony in Santa Margarita, California. Surrounded by family, close friends, and several members of the Dancing with the Stars family, the celebration reflected the values that have always defined their relationship—love, inclusion, and the importance of bringing people together from different backgrounds.
Although they were excited to begin married life, their demanding careers left very little time for a honeymoon. Between Britt’s television commitments and Daniel’s acting projects, nearly an entire year passed before they were finally able to step away from work and celebrate their marriage with a long-awaited Caribbean getaway.
During that trip, Britt said the experience reminded them how important it is to intentionally create time for one another. After months of busy schedules, traveling together without deadlines or work commitments allowed them to simply enjoy being husband and wife. She explained that slowing down and protecting that personal time has become one of the healthiest decisions they have made since getting married.
Their relationship has always been built on mutual learning and respect. Early in their partnership, Britt committed herself to learning American Sign Language so she could communicate directly with Daniel rather than relying on interpreters. Daniel has often praised her dedication, saying she embraced both his language and Deaf culture with genuine enthusiasm, helping their bond grow naturally.
Britt has frequently said that she never viewed Daniel’s deafness as something that defined their relationship. Instead, she sees it as part of who he is, just as he has embraced every part of her life and background. Both have spoken openly about learning from each other’s experiences and encouraging people to approach relationships with open hearts and a willingness to understand different perspectives.
Fans continue to celebrate the couple because of the authenticity they bring to their relationship. Whether sharing moments from everyday life or speaking about marriage in interviews, Britt and Daniel consistently emphasize kindness, communication, and supporting one another through every stage of life. Their story has become an inspiration for many people who admire the way they have built their relationship on trust rather than public attention.
Even with growing careers, both have made it clear that family remains their highest priority. They continue supporting each other’s professional goals while making sure success never comes at the expense of their relationship. That balance, they say, has become one of the greatest lessons of their first year as husband and wife.
Looking back, it’s remarkable to think that a partnership formed on a dance floor eventually led to marriage. What began as rehearsals for a television competition evolved into a lasting love story built on patience, respect, and shared dreams. Their journey continues to remind fans that some of life’s greatest relationships begin when people least expect them.
As they approach their first wedding anniversary, Britt Stewart and Daniel Durant appear more grateful than ever for the path that brought them together. By choosing to slow down, prioritize each other, and continue growing as partners, they have shown that sometimes the strongest marriages are built not through grand gestures, but through the quiet decisions made every single day.
