What started as a friendship on the set of The Voice quickly blossomed into one of music’s most unexpected—and most beloved—love stories.
Country music superstar Blake Shelton and pop icon Gwen Stefani first met while coaching contestants on the hit NBC show, bonding over heartbreak, humor, and a deep respect for each other’s artistry. From there, their relationship quietly evolved from co-stars to confidantes, and eventually, soulmates.
From Coaches to Couple
Shelton—known for hits like “God’s Country” and “Some Beach”—and Stefani—the voice behind “Hollaback Girl” and “Cool”—seemed like an unlikely pair at first glance. He’s country roots and cowboy boots, she’s punk-rock polish and pop royalty. But their chemistry was undeniable, and it didn’t take long for fans to fall in love with their love story.
After several years of dating, the couple tied the knot in a picture-perfect wedding at Shelton’s Oklahoma ranch in 2021. Officiated by longtime friend and The Voice host Carson Daly, the ceremony was as heartfelt as it was intimate.
Family First for Blake
Now more than ever, Shelton says he’s embracing a new chapter—one that’s less about career milestones and more about being present for his family. As a loving stepfather to Stefani’s three sons—Kingston (16), Zuma (14), and Apollo (9)—Shelton has traded some stage time for family time.
“I love music and I love The Voice, but those things all take a backseat now to Gwen and the kids,” Shelton shared in a 2022 interview with Entertainment Tonight. “It’s a new phase of my life.”
And while the idea of domestic life in rural Oklahoma may seem worlds apart from Hollywood or the Grammys, for Shelton, it’s exactly where he wants to be.
Gwen Heads Across the Pond — While Blake Holds Down the Fort
In April 2023, Stefani excitedly announced a rare international show at Warwick Castle in England, scheduled for June 23. Her Instagram invite—“doing anything fri, june 23rd? 🏰 come sing with me at the warwick castle !! 🙂 gx”—quickly racked up tens of thousands of likes, and fans across the UK jumped at the chance to see her live.
But with Gwen heading overseas, life back at the Oklahoma ranch needed some adjusting. While it’s unclear if Shelton will join her on tour, the couple’s country home remains the primary base for the kids—and their newest additions: a litter of six adorable kittens.
Stefani, smitten with the furry newborns, even called on her country-star husband to snap photos of their pregnant cat while she was away.
“He’s got his hands full,” a fan joked online. “Kids, kittens, and cowboy boots!”
A Love Shelton Never Saw Coming
In past interviews, Shelton has been candid about how surprising his relationship with Stefani turned out to be. Before meeting her, he couldn’t have imagined their lives intertwining—let alone becoming a full-time family man.
“If you’d asked me years ago, I never would’ve guessed this was where I’d end up,” he admitted. “But I’m so glad I did.”
Between award shows and parenting duties, Shelton and Stefani still find time to share the stage occasionally, sweetly introducing one another as “my husband” and “my wife” whenever they perform together. Their connection is more than just showbiz sparkle—it’s real, grounded, and built on mutual love and support.
Still Singing, Still Smiling
With Gwen heading overseas and Blake holding it down on the ranch, the Shelton-Stefani household is navigating life with balance, grace, and plenty of love.
Whether they’re trading harmonies on stage or chasing kittens around the house, one thing is clear: for this music power couple, the most beautiful part of their story is the life they’re building together—one song, one child, one moment at a time.
