In Hollywood, we witness many couples come and go. Not all of them are destined to be together and many fail to withstand the challenges of living publicly. Despite this, Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Smith have managed to stay together for close to three decades since they first met, demonstrating their lasting love and commitment.
Fallen in Love
Given the fact that Pierce Brosnan is a very popular figure, it is not unexpected that his personal life has been quite open to the media. Similarly, his romantic involvement with Smith has also been widely reported.
Nonetheless, their story does not fit the typical Hollywood narrative that is fueled by drama. Instead, the couple genuinely loves each other even after many years, creating a wholesome image of their life together.
Pierce Brosnan
Pierce Brosnan is a well-known personality who requires little introduction. The actor from Ireland has appeared in some of the most significant films of current times and diversified by taking up the position of a producer.
He can be seen in movies such as Mamma Mia! and Mrs. Doubtfire, but his most unforgettable part is likely when he portrayed James Bond. Brosnan became the fifth Bond and played the iconic character in GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough, and Die Another Day.
Brosnan’s Previous Marriage
Brosnan has been married more than once, with his first marriage being to actress Cassandra Harris in 1980. However, his marriage with Harris came to an end when she passed away in 1991. Since then, the actor has been candid about his feelings of loss and how it has impacted not just his romantic relationships, but also his personal life in general.
The celebrity expressed his gratitude for life despite setbacks, stating that he has been fortunate to maintain his sense of self and enjoyment of life. When asked about the loss of Harris to ovarian cancer, Brosnan acknowledged the profound impact of such sorrow on one’s psyche.
Smith’s Support
In an interview, Brosnan acknowledged that Smith’s support was instrumental in helping him cope with his grief. He also talked about how Smith respected Harris.
He expressed that Cassie’s memory and her courageous battle with cancer will always be remembered. Keely has consistently shown kindness and empathy, and has motivated him to grieve for Cassie. He emphasized the significance of his wife’s encouragement, indicating that Keely is his guiding force, always watching over him.
Rediscovering Love
Certainly, resuming dating after the death of a spouse is challenging. However, Brosnan and Smith made significant efforts to encourage each other.
Talking about meeting Smith long after their relationship had begun, the actor who played James Bond commented that he had a wonderful marriage that unfortunately came to an end. However, he was fortunate enough to find love once more, and believes that they were destined to meet. He expressed gratitude to God for her on a daily basis.
Keely Shaye Smith
So far our discussion has primarily been focused on Pierce Brosnan, but have you ever heard of Keely Shaye Smith? She’s a versatile celebrity who has dabbled in acting, television hosting, journalism, and writing, and you may have seen her in various outlets.
You could witness her performance on General Hospital or a more informative program called The Home Show from ABC. For two years, she served as a correspondent on Unsolved Mysteries, which may be recognizable to true crime enthusiasts.
A Chance Meeting
It was an unexpected encounter when the two well-known figures crossed paths. Smith coincidentally happened to be attending the same party as Brosnan, with the purpose of interviewing Ted Danson. Unfortunately, the scheduled interview did not happen.
However, it appears that the Cabos San Lucas beach party in 1994 had greater possibilities beyond being just a single event. It was during this occasion that Brosnan and Smith were acquainted for the first time.
Love at First Sight?
Regarding the first encounter with a long-term partner, individuals may inquire about your initial impressions. Did you have a sense of knowing right away?
These two individuals appeared to have a strong connection from the beginning. According to Brosnan’s statement to People, he felt incomplete without his partner’s presence, and he even sent her tickets to accompany him on his travels. They simply felt perfectly matched.
Smith’s First Thoughts
However, Smith also talked to People regarding her initial response, indicating that he wasn’t the sole individual who shared his first thoughts on their encounter.
According to Smith, he was charming with an attractive appearance that would immediately draw everyone’s attention. He had a playful glint in his eyes, which impressed Smith who thought “wow!”. These initial observations of him indicate that he was highly regarded by Smith, who would eventually become his spouse.
The Couple’s First Date
Every iconic couple we have admired for years had to begin their love story at some point. Thus, it’s not surprising to know that Smith and Brosnan also had their first date. According to Smith’s account, it was a lovely and romantic experience.
She recounted their initial outing, where they sat together under the stars while he held her hand. Fireworks illuminated the sky above them as Kenny Loggins provided a musical backdrop. They conversed until the early hours of the morning, giving the impression that their connection was destined.
Seven Years of Dating
In Hollywood, it’s common to witness numerous couples rushing to get married, with some experiencing a successful union while others seeing it fade as soon as it began. However, this couple chose not to follow this trend.
Instead, Smith and Brosnan were in a relationship for seven years before they finally got married. However, their fans were able to keep themselves quite well-informed about their relationship by following their public appearances and interviews.
Activism Before Tying the Knot
Before getting married, the couple showed a significant amount of interest in charitable acts, which they continued to pursue even after tying the knot.
During their time together as partners, the couple collaborated with two organizations – the Natural Resources Defence Council and the International Fund for Animal Welfare. Additionally, in the year 2007, they contributed towards the replacement of a playground in Kauai. Moreover, they also actively supported the Roots and Shoots program initiated by Jane Goodall.
Introducing Dylan
A lot of Brosnan’s admirers are aware of him being a husband and a father. Prior to his relationship with Smith, Brosnan had fathered a son with Harris and had also adopted two of her children back in 1986.
Brosnan and Smith added to their family before getting married, as they announced in January 1997, three years after meeting, that they had a new addition – their son, Dylan. As he grew up, Dylan ventured into the limelight like his famous parents, pursuing careers in acting, modeling, and singing.
Already a Father
Prior to having a child named Dylan together with Smith, Brosnan had already become a father from his previous marriage to Cassandra Harris. Sean was the child of Brosnan and Harris, while Charlotte and Chris were Harris’ children from her previous marriage.
After the passing of their father, Brosnan took in Charlotte and Chris and became their father figure. Therefore, when he welcomed his children with Smith, he was already experienced in parenting.
And Next Comes Paris
Moreover, the couple did not end up growing their family at just one point. They also welcomed another son into the world in 2001.
On this occasion, the couple made public the birth of their younger child, Paris. Similar to his elder sibling, Paris has gained recognition as a model and his social media account is packed with his portfolio. Additionally, the parents haven’t hesitated in expressing their affection for their son through their online posts.
Postponed a Few Times
As the time for their wedding ceremony approached, the couple faced some obstacles and had to delay it thrice before finally tying the knot.
On the initial occasion, Smith and their four-year-old child couldn’t leave their house due to flooding. On the second instance, the scheduled date had to be changed as Brosnan’s son Sean got into a car collision and was hurt. On the last postponement, Smith received some cheerful news – she found out about her pregnancy with Paris.
Wedding Bells
Despite facing several obstacles, the couple remained determined to tie the knot. They had to reschedule their wedding three times, but eventually, they were able to celebrate their special day.
Brosnan and his partner chose to have their wedding ceremony in Ireland, specifically at Ballintubber Abbey, Brosnan’s hometown. The ceremony took place in 2001 and was a stunning event, which the couple chose to keep private until they announced their marriage. Upon the announcement, many people were eager to admire and express their admiration for the special occasion.
An Important Anniversary
Despite numerous postponed dates, the couple eventually settled on August 4th, 2001 as their final wedding date, which has since become extremely significant to them. They also made sure to remember this date in the future.
As we’ll observe, they are delighted to share about their anniversary celebrations yearly and express that their love for each other is just as strong as the day they got married, as well as the life they shared prior to that.
Charlotte on Their Wedding
Brosnan’s entire family, including his daughter Charlotte, who acted as one of the bridesmaids, were present during the event.
Charlotte spoke to People at a certain point and opened up about Brosnan’s remarriage by expressing her personal feelings. She was amazed by the profound love that the two individuals share with each other. Charlotte revealed that witnessing this love made her elated as her dad found love again. It appeared that the entire family was captivated by Smith.
Strength and Passion
Even after several years of their first encounter, Brosnan has always been open and unafraid to express his feelings towards his spouse to the public.
After getting married, the celebrity observed that his wife possessed an admirable strength which he adored. In response to a question about their marriage, he expressed how indispensable this attribute is to him, stating that he would be unable to survive without it. He further added that he feels vulnerable around her.
Stepping Out on the Red Carpet
Throughout time, the couple has been unafraid to make public appearances. As a result, photographers keep a close lookout for the content couple when they’re on the red carpet.
In the year 2004, the pair attended the Academy Awards together wearing attire suited for the James Bond franchise, comprising of a suit for the gentleman and a red and gold dress for the lady. They also made an appearance at the same event later that year, dressed in coordinated ensembles of a black suit and gown.
A Malibu Appearance
The celebrity couple had previously been seen in Malibu since they lived there for a while. However, their appearance at an event in Malibu in 2007 caused excitement among both fans and photographers.
The pair participated in a press conference called “Terminate the Terminal” which aimed to put an end to the installation of a terminal off the coast of Malibu, California. They joined a long list of advocates who have made their voices heard on various issues by taking public action.
Spirit Awards Appearance
The couple made another public appearance in March 2010, when they attended the 25th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards in LA.
Although the actor did not win any awards that evening, his presence did not go unnoticed. Despite not being the main attraction, the couple was surrounded by photographers eager to capture their image as they made their way to the red carpet.
Love Is All You Need
Brosnan took on a romantic comedy part in 2012, playing the character of Philip in Love Is All You Need. The film was well-received, and the actor also attended premieres and screenings with his spouse.
This photograph was taken by a photographer during a movie screening shortly after it was released. As always, the two individuals were captured standing close with their arms linked and wearing wide smiles.
Instagram Updates
The Brosnans, much like other celebrities, frequently share updates with their followers on various social media platforms. They use Instagram in particular to post a significant amount of content, especially when special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries occur.
As the couple had already been together for a long time since they started dating in the 1990s, they were already a well-established pair by the time Instagram gained popularity. Both celebrities joined Instagram in 2013, with only a month’s gap, and ever since, they have been sharing numerous posts on the platform, commemorating their relationship.
Brosnan Speaks on Love
During January 2018, Closer magazine had the opportunity to interview Pierce Brosnan, where the actor briefly discussed his romantic life.
He advised them to have faith in their intuition and surround themselves with people who are positive influences. The famous person also mentioned that he has been married for the majority of his life and prefers it that way. He believes that a successful man needs a supportive and capable partner.
Keely Comments Too
Certainly, the actor was not the sole individual who provided remarks regarding their relationship. During a similar timeframe, Smith also expressed her thoughts about her spouse.
She made a heartfelt statement about Pierce, stating that he is not only smart and charming, but also has a radiating beauty that comes from within. Additionally, she noted that Pierce is aging gracefully. It appears that these two stars genuinely love each other and relish being together in Hollywood.
Adding More
Moreover, Smith supplemented her earlier remarks about her spouse that provided vivid descriptions of the couple’s profound affection towards each other.
She expressed her gratitude to her husband for joining her in the exciting and challenging journey of parenthood through an Instagram post. She appreciated his love, support, and motivation and acknowledged his compassionate, generous, and tender heart. Furthermore, she mentioned how her husband inspires and makes her laugh every day. She wished for God’s blessings on him and expressed how thankful and grateful she feels in her heart.
Building a Home Together
Brosnan spoke with Parade and expressed his admiration for his spouse while discussing plans for building their personal and professional lives together.
Our garden is lovely. On the North Shore, we own a quaint cottage that occupies five acres of land, which Keely has meticulously maintained. She is someone who is not afraid to do some manual work and she even instructs me on what to do. Additionally, their Malibu residence suffered significant fire damage back in 2015.
2018 Mamma Mia! Appearance
In addition to portraying James Bond, Brosnan became well-known for the character he played in both Mamma Mia! and its successive movie.
When Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again was released in 2018, Brosnan attended the premiere with his wife and they attracted a lot of attention because of his great performance and the presence of the popular Hollywood couple. Additionally, Smith’s dress received many compliments from people.
Life Is Beautiful
The joyful pair had the opportunity to commemorate their 25-year-long relationship in 2018 and wasted no time in announcing it to the world.
Brosnan expressed gratitude on his Instagram for the affection and love throughout the past 25 years and beyond. On the other hand, Keely kept it simple by wishing her husband a Happy Anniversary and stating that life is beautiful with him in it. This pleasant interaction between the couple is something their fans have grown accustomed to seeing.
Poisoning Paradise
As previously stated, Brosnan is not the sole individual with significant projects in progress in Hollywood. Smith also had a feature film, entitled Poisoning Paradise, come out in 2018.
Brosnan readily showed his support for his wife’s initiatives. On the occasion of Smith’s celebration of her environmental documentary’s release, Brosnan promptly went online to congratulate both his wife and the film. He expressed his excitement for the upcoming Poisoning Paradise screening and added that they are still enjoying life together after 25 years.
Anniversary 2020
Naturally, the Brosnans hardly ever let an opportunity slip by to publicly express their affection for each other. Hence, it comes as no shock that Pierce took to the internet to communicate his emotions.
The couple marked the 19th year of their marriage in August 2020. To commemorate the occasion, the actor shared a photo of them together on social media. The caption read, “Wishing my beloved Keely a happy anniversary. You’re my brown-eyed girl, and if I ever fall behind, please wait for me. I love you now and always.”
2021 Anniversary
Similar to the previous year, the couple went online in August 2021 to commemorate their anniversary by sharing public messages with each other.
Once again, Pierce took to Instagram to express his love for his wife and show the world. In a post, he wished Keely a happy anniversary and said that his love for her kept on increasing. This indicates that the couple is still very much in love with each other.
And a Bit of Throwback
Without a special occasion such as an anniversary or holiday to prompt him, Brosnan took the initiative to share a few moments with his wife online in April of that year. He posted a photo from the past where he and his spouse were seen enjoying their time together on a boat.
The picture is labeled with a phrase expressing how time flies by so quickly in a nostalgic way, and how the subject is looking forward to continuing their journey with their loved one. The post quickly received positive feedback in the form of social media likes and comments.
Anniversary Wishes
Another anniversary was celebrated by the couple in 2022, and true to form, they wasted no time in sharing their happiness with everyone.
As usual, the actor from Mamma Mia! posted on Instagram. He uploaded a photo of his wedding with his partner and wrote a caption expressing gratitude to her on their anniversary, stating that they danced together that night and still continue to dance together today. He also mentions that he would replay the same night again.
And the Other Half
As anticipated, Brosnan’s partner also shared an anniversary message in 2021, indicating that their relationship began before their wedding.
Smith shared a message saying “Happy 27th my love!” in celebration of the day they met on April 8th, 1994, along with their marriage anniversary on August 4th, 2001. They expressed their love for their partner and the life they share. Additionally, they shared a throwback photo of the two of them relaxing in a hammock.
Appearing Online as Well
A more recent occasion when the couple went out together was on Valentine’s Day where they had a romantic dinner and also visited a Van Gogh exhibition.
The paparazzi didn’t catch them at the immersive L.A. exhibit either – the two shared their Valentine’s Day plans on Instagram. Along with this photo of his wife, he added the caption, “A beautiful St. Valentine’s Day with my love @keelyshayebrosnan at the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit…kissing Van Gogh.”
Looking Back on Love
There are times, even outside of anniversaries, that you might sit back and contemplate your life with your partner. Brosnan definitely did.
In April 2022, the actor jumped on Instagram to share a quick but touching thought about his wife. He wrote, “28 years ago this day, the 4th of the 8th we met in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico…and married in Ireland at Ashford Castle three years later on the 8th of the 4th…4884…my love always, you have made my life one of joy and happiness, light of my life, love.”
Enjoying Each Other’s Company
When you’re together as long as this couple has been, you might start to get a few questions. For instance, how do you make it work so well?
First of all, it’s clear these two are well-matched for one another. If you ask Brosnan, though, he points at one key concept as what keeps their relationship going. The star says the two spend a lot of quality time just enjoying each others’ company.
Quality Time
The pair isn’t shy to share what really helps them bond. It’s quite simple really — they talk about spending a lot of quality time together.
The Bond actor once shared a story about a road trip the two of them shared. While many people use a road trip to listen to their favorite songs or even catch a nap if you aren’t driving, Brosnan said, “We didn’t listen to any music, but we just listened to the sounds of each other’s voices and sorted out the world.”
Just Watching the Sunset
We see a lot of stars while they’re working. We don’t really know what they’re like when the cameras aren’t rolling unless someone says something.
The answer was expectedly wholesome and touching. The actor told People back in 2017, “It was yesterday. I painted in my studio, then I went down and sat on the beach, read and did some drawing – and then I had lunch with Keely.” He continued saying that the two watched the sunset together and “It’s very simple – and the best.”
Fans Continue to Follow
Even though this couple has been together for nearly three decades, it seems like their joint charm hasn’t faded as far as their fame is concerned.
With the couple being rather public and still going strong, plenty of people tune in every time they make an appearance or add a social media post. Each time, fans are quick to leave a like and comment about how wholesome the couple is.
Even Other Celebs Love Them
While fans flock to these posts, not all of their fans are watching from outside of the sphere of fame. Even other celebs love this couple.
When the pair posted one photo, comedian Chelsea Handler was among one of the famous faces to show up in their comments section. The comedian left a comment on an anniversary post congratulating them by saying, “Congratulations, you two! Way to set an example!”
For all of the assumptions that marriages are intended to last, oftentimes, it can be hard to push through the hardships as they bubble up. Maintaining a relationship as a celebrity can be doubly difficult, which makes it unsurprising that a musician who comes across as low key as even Blake Shelton might struggle to maintain a healthy marriage. Both Blake and Miranda may have been done entangling themselves with other country stars, but it seems that they can’t help but be drawn to other musicians. As Blake’s whirlwind romances with Gwen continues to develop, fans have been left asking, what really happened with Miranda? Now, Blake Shelton is finally ready to share.
Were They Doomed from the Start?
Despite Blake Shelton’s two marriages and divorces, he never ended up having children and many speculated it was due to struggles in his love life.
During his marriage to Miranda Lambert, there were constant whispers that they would announce a baby any day, but then suddenly the two stars announced their divorce, seemingly out of nowhere. How did it get there?
Work Flirt
Some blame Blake’s divorce on his latest relationship with pop princess Gwen Stefani, whom he met when she began working alongside him as a judge on The Voice. Blake had been judging The Voice since the show began its run in 2011, though neither could have guessed they would fall in love behind the scenes.
A friend of the couple implied that the two liked each other, saying, “They have spent time together off-set. They don’t want to label anything or define it, they just really like each other.”
Seeds of Love
Their chemistry quickly became clear to viewers who began to suspect that there was a romance simmering beneath the surface.
When the two made a joint pit stop on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to battle one another in a lip-syncing duel, the audiences could not longer deny that something was there. The source from The Voice confirmed, “The chemistry between them is off the charts. Everyone on set sees that Blake and Gwen are falling for one another.”
Tragedy or Opportunity?
Unfortunately for Blake and Gwen, neither was single and able to pursue the relationship. Gwen was married to Gavin Rossdale, while Blake was married to Miranda Lambert.
It was a surprise then when in 2015, each ended up getting a divorce only one month before the other did. Many fans began raising their eyebrows, accusing Blake of all sorts of things. The break up of Gwen’s marriage after 13 years and three children, was all the more unexpected, however.
The Last Straw
Like many other celebrities, Gavin and Gwen had a slew of nannies to help them parent their boys while maintaining their busy careers. One of their many helpers was the Australian born Mindy Mann.
After years of service with the family, Gwen one day discovered that Mindy had utterly betrayed her trust by engaging in an affair with Gavin for many years. When discussing the revelation, Gwen said that the time had been “a year that was so full of horror- the worst, worst.”
Gavin’s Outrageous Behavior
Though they only married in 2002, Gwen and Gavin had first been introduced in 1995, dating their relationship back more than twenty years.
Their marriage had suffered some early controversy when Gavin discovered that his goddaughter, Daisy Lowe, was actually his daughter from a past relationship with the designer, Pearl Lowe. Gwen was unfazed by the revelation, and the pair would go on to have three children of their own in 2006, 2008, while their third, Apollo Bowie Flynn Rossdale was born in 2014.
Cutting All Ties
It’s no surprise that after Gavin and Mindy had completely shattered her world, Gwen wanted to stay as far away from Gavin as possible. Her house felt haunted by the ghost of his presence, as his essence lingered over places that had once been her respite, from the hot tub to the pool, the gym, and even their outdoor kitchen.
Little did the public know that Stefani had privately taken on her husband’s last name when they married. Rossdale soon legally reverted back to Stefani.
Divorce is Not an Option
By 2013, Life & Style magazine began surfaces reports that Shelton had been unfaithful to Miranda. The couple was surprised by the headlines, and took it all in stride, joking that they were honored to have been noticed enough for a tabloid to cover their lives.
Blake laughed, “I have an album coming out! Put my album right next to it and pick it up.” Lambert, however, revealed, “My mom said to my dad, ‘Divorce is not an option.’”
Divorce Diet
Divorce wasn’t easy on either Gwen or Blake Shelton. The stress took its toll on Blake’s body as he tried to cope with all the changes, resulting in a noticeable weight loss. The change was so apparent that he was forced to confront it when he stopped by America’s Morning Show.
When asked what changes he had made in his routine, Blake revealed that he hadn’t consciously done anything different to lose weight. “I just stopped eating,” Blake said.
Not Everyone Was Happy
Gwen didn’t have a care in the world, she was in such ecstasy while with Blake. She said that he “made her feel good again.” His kindness too was a big change after being with Gavin for so many years.
Nevertheless, Gwen still harbored hard feelings for Gavin, who she deemed as a “control freak.” Gavin for his part felt he was being unfairly maligned by the burgeoning lovers. A friend of Gavin’s claimed, “[Gwen] “just didn’t let [Gavin] work.”
Letting it Slip
It wasn’t a hard puzzle to piece together. Little hints had been increasing over the months that Gwen and Blake had become an item. First Blake was spotted entering the Four Seasons hotel in New York City, while Gwen followed just a few minutes later.
Several days after, the two attended the actor Jared Leto’s Halloween party together, where they were even supposedly spotted holding hands. To cap off the week, they then appeared to be on more intimate terms at Adam Levine’s party.
Making it Official
Eventually, it became time to go public with their new love, and when push came to shove, they knew where to make a showing. At the last second, the two decided that they would attend the Country Music Awards in Nashville together.
Unfortunately, Gwen realized she wouldn’t be prepared to show up to an awards ceremony on such short notice, so she only went to the parties. It was the wrong move, as the country music world assumed Gwen was trying to evade Blake’s ex, Miranda.
Reaching the Sky
For years, Miranda has tried to make most of her publicity about her music, rather than her relationships, but she’s still discovered that it seems the last thing anyone wants to talk about is her work.
Now, she’s finally got a number one hit, “Drowns The Whisky” with Jason Aldean, under her belt. However, she explained in a recent interview that no matter how hard she worked as a solo artist, it seemed that the only way to make it to the top was to record with a man.
Christina Aguilera: No, Doubt
As Blake began to realize he had a crush on his co-star, he turned to another former Voice judge for advice: Christina Aguilera. When Blake asked for her advice on asking out Gwen, Christina supposedly laughed in his face, unconvinced that Gwen would ever go for a country star.
Once their relationship went public, Christina backtracked on her previous doubt, clarifying, “Everyone deserves to be happy, and I’m glad we’re keeping it in the family [of Voice co-stars]!”
But Not Everyone Was Supportive
When your life is already under public scrutiny, it really doubles down when you embark on a new romance. As Blake’s commitment to Gwen became apparent, he had to have wondered how his peers in the country music genre were reacting after he left someone from their own ranks.
A good friend of Blake’s, the frontman for the band Lonestar shared, “I love Gwen Stefani,” Rich said, “we all love her… happiness reigns at the end of the day,” which must have taken a load off.
Wedding Bells?
The new relationship progressed so quickly that in only a matter of months, rumors began that marriage was imminent. Though they haven’t announced an official engagement, Gwen seemed to have employed the services of Jerri Woolworth, a celebrity wedding planner.
The allusions to marriage become even more obvious when listening to Blake’s latest hit, “I’ll Name the Dogs,” which is about a couple getting married later in life. He also invited Gwen’s kids to appear in the music video for the song.
Adam Levine Feels Sick
After working with the happy couple on a day to day basis, Adam Levine, another Voice judge had a lot to say about Blake and Gwen. “I see it every day,” he complained.
“I have a pretty unique perspective on it, and it’s real, man. I’m so affectionate and gross with my wife- this is a whole other level of…vomit.” Levine continued, “They’re so in love it’s disgusting.” Since they are happy, the couple has a new goal.
Trying Hard
Even as their relationship has progressed, Blake and Gwen haven’t let their demanding careers fall by the wayside. In fact, they’ve been working on performing more together, as Blake joined Gwen in recording her album of holiday songs, including “You Make It Feel Like Christmas.”
Another friend says that music isn’t the only thing the pair is focused on creating. Even though Gwen is almost 50, they’re “hyper-focused on getting pregnant.” It might seem unlikely, but Gwen is still hopeful that there’s a chance.
IVF
The magazine, In Touch Weekly, has reported Stefani’s plans to try having a baby via IVF, though she is on her “final embryos.” Even with the incredible advances in medical technology, the chances of success are still slim at Gwen’s age.
Despite it all, they said that they “believe that God has a bigger plan for her, and that includes getting pregnant.” In such a tricky circumstance, sometimes faith is the only crutch you have to rely on, other than your partner.
Marriage in Jeopardy?
As talk of their baby plans continue to grow, their wedding seems to have taken a back seat. For his part, Blake might not be ready to walk down the aisle quite yet after the heartache induced by his second divorce.
Someone close to the couple told in In Touch Weekly, “Blake had hoped that time would ease the pain of the divorce…but sadly, it just hasn’t.” The split may have occurred two years prior but, “Blake admits he’s still devastated.”
Rehab Lawsuit
Rocky relationships certainly take a toll on the body and mind, but it’s even worse when the tabloids begin publishing falsehoods about your difficulties. Recently, In Touch published an article titled, “Rehab For Blake.”
Blake was furious when he saw the allegations that he was drinking uncontrollably, as the article insinuated sometimes he would begin even before 11 am. Shelton took the magazine to court over the slanderous lies they published, and a judge ruled in his favor, citing libel.
Blake’s First Big Love
In the wake of Blake’s two high profile relationships with first Miranda Lambert and now Gwen Stefani, fans often forget about Blake’s first wife. He met Kaynette Gern when they were only in high school.
At the time, Blake swore that “Kaynette was the one.” Kaynette dutifully took on the role of both wife and manager to Blake, however, their marriage was doomed to fail. When they split only three years later, Kaynette alleged Blake engaged in “inappropriate marital conduct.”
Kaynette Picks Up the Pieces
Kaynette packed up her bags, returning to their native Oklahoma. She was dismayed when Blake moved back into the neighborhood with Miranda Lambert on his arm. Kaynette stated, “It just felt like Oklahoma wasn’t big enough for all of us.”
Kaynette too needed to rid herself of her ex-husband’s memories, even going so far as trying to sell her wedding dress on eBay. Kaynette has returned to an ordinary life, working for an elementary school. She has since married Cody Joe Scheck.
Unethical Thoughts
Miranda shouldn’t have been totally shocked by how her marriage ended, given how the relationship began. Shelton was also married when he met Miranda, singing together for the CMT 100 Greatest Duets concert.
As they crooned “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma” Blake knew, “I was falling in love with her right there onstage.” Blake still felt remorse for the situation, revealing that he “was a married guy … standing up there going, ‘Man, this shouldn’t be happening.’” Once the divorce was final, the two started dating.
Turning Things Around
Given the depths of Blake’s despair following the break up of his marriage, it’s incredible how well he snapped back. Blake shared just a few months after his split was finalized that he was in a “good place.”
Shelton explained to the CMT Hot 20 Countdown, “it’s amazing how quickly life can turn around for you.” Still he played coy, only saying that he, “had some pretty cool things in recent times that’ve happened and [he’s] loving it.”
Gavin’s Denied This Relationship
In 2003, rumors began to creep their way into the tabloids that Gavin Rossdale had enjoyed a relationship with the androgynous musician, Marilyn after Marilyn released a song dedicated to Rossdale.
This was not the first time the two had been linked, as tongues were wagging back in 1995, when their alleged relationship occurred. By the time the song hit the airways, Gavin was finally ready to admit the truth, and said the relationship had been “part of growing up.”
The Second Mrs. Shelton
Blake wanted to uphold traditional family values and sought out permission from Miranda’s father before he proposed to her. They had been dating for four years, and it was time to move the relationship forward.
A year after getting engaged, they married in a low key wedding in Texas. Though their nuptials were attended by other celebrities, including Kelly Clarkson, Cee Lo Green, and Reba McEntire, the affair was humble enough that Miranda even wore her mom’s own wedding dress.
Missing Each Other
Perhaps the two should have suspected that the union wasn’t going to go the way they expected when they were often separated for long periods of time as their careers took them to different corners of the world. Miranda was touring, while Blake was at home recording.
Miranda felt the distance would be good for their union, noting that the guys in the studio with Blake would say, “Blake’s been talking about you so much,” whenever she had the chance to visit.
He Changed His Ways
When Blake began working as a judge on The Voice, he was pulled even further away from Miranda, who was still busy touring the USA. Even so, Blake knew it would be important to put his wife first.
“Early on in my career I wouldn’t say no to anything, because any little opportunity I got I thought might be the last one,” Blake would say. “I got a wife now. I say no to the things that might not matter as much.”
A Bun in the Oven?
Once the couple had been married for two years, it was time for the rumor mill to kick in, prophesying that they would soon announce that they were expected a child.
However, when asked directly, Blake said they “[didn’t] have any plans on it. That’s kinda how [they] live [their lives]. If it happens one day then it happens and we’re not trying to make it happen or avoid it.” Of course, that far from implied Blake didn’t want children.
Something Clearly Wrong
On July 18th, 2015, Miranda was performing a show for Cheyenne Frontier Days in Wyoming when she stopped singing in the middle of “The House That Built Me.”
Miranda was generally a steadfast performer, so as she felt herself overcome by emotions, she asked the audience to sing along with her, covering up her strained vocals. The song had been given to her by Blake, and with the finalization of their divorce two days away, it was too much for Miranda to handle.
Poking Holes
In the fallout from the split, fans couldn’t get enough of theorizing what ultimately pulled the couple apart. As with any break-up, it’s normal for a variety of factors to contribute to a split.
Among the reasons things couldn’t be smoothed over, surprisingly, was Blake’s ties to The Voice, which required him to spend the better part of his time in Los Angeles. Miranda couldn’t stand L.A. and felt that Blake wasn’t coming to visit her often enough. Loneliness was not the only issue though.
Blake’s Accusations
Fans were shocked to discover that it was Blake who filed the petition for divorce. TMZ reported that Blake caught wind that Miranda had engaged in multiple affairs, unbeknownst to Blake.
When Blake found evidence that confirmed his fears, he made up his mind to end the marriage. Legally, it was an easy split given that the couple had signed a prenup, but even so, things soon took a turn for the worse as Miranda revealed her own allegations against Blake.
Moving Like Molasses
As much as fans hope that Blake and Gwen will soon make some more happy announcements, apparently the music stars don’t quite have plans for marriage yet, even if they’re otherwise deeply committed to one another.
As one friend of theirs explained, “They’re still madly in love and beyond inseparable. Blake has wanted to take his time with marriage, but he is absolutely committed to Gwen. They both feel they’ve found their true partner in life and plan to be together forever.”
Flaming Hot Love
The couple made waves this past Thanksgiving when they posted a picture of their turkey on social media. The couple spent the holiday at Blake’s ranch in Oklahoma, but even if they were out in the country, their celebration was certainly out of the ordinary.
The couple shared a video revealing a shockingly orange turkey that had been crusted in Flamin Hot Cheetos, which they explained was for Stefani’s son Zuma. But their shared preparations inspired some jealousy.
Hitting Where it Hurts
While Blake continued to celebrate his love with Stefani, Miranda has continued to profit off of her divorce, which has been coming in the form of new music, even years after their divorce.
Her latest single doesn’t even try to disguise the subject matter, as it’s titled “Got My Name Changed Back.” If that weren’t enough, Miranda seems to allege once again that Blake was the one who hadn’t stayed faithful to her while they were married.
Spreading Their Cheer
Miranda may still be seething at the seams, but Blake and Gwen are using their music to continue to show just how much they love each other.
The two collaborated once again in a new music video for Gwen’s song, “You Make It Feel Like Christmas” which could almost be considered a mini romantic comedy, as the couple dons some old-style Hollywood costumes and involve themselves in some of the most romantic winter activities known to man.
Shouting Down the Crowd
It seems that divorce and heartache have only strengthed Miranda’s resolve. At a recent show she played with her band, Pistol Annies, Miranda had no fear when the ladies noticed a belligerent fan was leaning up against the stage, disregarding everyone else’s experience.
Miranda momentarily stopped the show to tell the fan to get out of the audience, but even that once enough. One of her band members finally personally escorted the woman out of the concert.
Turn it Around
Though Blake had supposedly filed for divorce because of Miranda’s cheating, Miranda fired back that he was the party who had been unfaithful. Miranda claimed that Blake only managed to preserve his public image while defaming hers because he had hired a serious PR team.
Miranda’s confidant implied that it was Miranda who had upheld their vows, while Blake was the one who strayed. The conflict would only to continue to worsen as the mud slinging continued.
Kicking Her (Stuff) to the Curb
Even with a prenup, dividing up a household is often a difficult task. Blake’s Oklahoma house quickly filled with Miranda’s boxes as he packed up her things in her place.
At a certain point, Blake even began threatening Miranda that he would have all of her possessions taken to the dump if she delayed picking them up for any longer. Even worse, he wouldn’t allow her animals to remain on his property, meaning Miranda had to rush to find alternate accommodations for them.
Miranda’s New Guy
Just as Blake managed to find himself a new love quickly after their heartbreaking split, Miranda too didn’t remain single for very long. Several months later, she picked up with Anderson East, who is an aspiring R&B artist, four years her junior.
When Miranda was ready to announce the relationship to the world, she posted a photo of the two of them snuggled up in Aspen, under which she commented, “The snuggle is real.” The two artists quickly began collaborating with one another as well.
Her Side of the Story
When it comes to relationships, Blake is the one who doesn’t have the best track record, since he is already twice divorced. It could be, however, that Gwen is the partner he’s really been looking for all along.
Two years after the split, Miranda released a new album titled, The Weight of These Wings. She explained to her fans that should they “want to hear [her] side of the story or my opinion of what happened, it’s all on there.”
Awkward Encounters
It can be particularly uncomfortable to encounter an ex while you’re out and about with a new love. Given that both Miranda and Blake are country artists, they knew it would be hard to avoid each other at awards shows like the Academy of Country Music Awards.
A confrontation between Blake and Anderson may have been expected, but instead, the two couples never met face to face. Miranda showed she’d moved past the break up by following Gwen on Twitter.
Adventures of Blake and Gwen
Parents of blended families know that when you find a new partner, your kids still have to come first. It’s been great that Blake has been so game to participate in Gwen’s family fun alongside her boys.
The family is often seen cavorting around Lake Arrowhead on the weekends, or even more exciting Disneyland! In all of Blake’s 40 years, he had amazingly never visited the Happiest Place on Earth. Blake was such a good sport, he even attached a “1st Visit!” button to his shirt.
Miranda’s Magical Birthday
Miranda has been finding ways to have fun too ever since the breakup. For her 32nd birthday, Miranda felt it was high time to create her own fairy tale. Miranda is an animal enthusiast, but it had always been her dream to meet a unicorn.
Since chances were slim that she’d meet a real one, she attached a pink horn to a horse named Sophie. Miranda had a blast, letting loose after a particularly rough year.
Nothing Lasts Forever
It seems that Miranda’s heartache wasn’t over just yet, as she ended up splitting from her long-time boyfriend, Anderson East, in April 2018.
The reason behind the split from East seems to have more to do with Lambert than anyone else, and it may shed new light on her split from Shelton. As Shelton alleged in one of his post-divorce songs, he had an ex who cheated on him. Shortly before Miranda’s break up with East, it appeared she’d already found a new beau.
Blasting the Rumors
Miranda has refused to confirm whether or not she was involved with Evan Felkner while she was still attached to Anderson East, though she had some harsh words for those speculating continuously on social media.
Even if Lambert’s split from East was inevitable, the man she turned to next wasn’t exactly single either. In fact, Felkner was still married, only filing for divorce once his relationship with Lambert went public a few months after they got involved.
Passing Rebound
Blake’s relationship with Gwen, however, is still going strong, a fact he reflected on in a recent interview that will air on Sunday Today with Willie Geist.
“I think if Gwen and I were being honest right now talking about this, I think in the back of our minds, we both kind of thought this is a rebound deal because we’re both coming out of a pretty low spot in our lives and we’re kind of clinging to each other to get through this,” he revealed.
Touching the Bottom
Both Blake and Gwen feel that they might not have connected had they not suffered the heartbreak that ended their respective marriages.
Blake shared, “It’s a miracle that I met somebody that was going through the same exact thing that I was at the same exact moment in time.” All three musical artists have been adamant about the fact that they can at least be happy their romantic struggles have been relatable to the fans listening to their music.
Trouble on the Horizon?
While things seem to be going well for Blake and Gwen, every rose as its thorn. Blake has a legacy of divorces behind him, though this isn’t Gwen’s first rodeo either.
Outside of her relationship, some trouble has befallen Gwen after she persuaded an audience to surge towards the stage at one of her concerts, which caused at least one injury. Because of her incitement, Gwen has found herself embroiled in a lawsuit over the broken leg.
Miranda Moves On
The breakup between Blake Shelton and his ex-wife, county music singer Miranda Lambert, was long, drawn-out, and extremely messy. After being humiliated by Shelton leaving her for The Voice co-host Gwen Stefani, Lambert finally managed to rise above and move on with a new life and a new partner, whom she married in a secret ceremony in February 2019.
Now, despite all the challenges she and her new flame have faced, it seems Miranda is finally hitting her stride…
A Secret Ceremony
In February 2019, Miranda shocked her fans when she posted a picture of her and her mystery man on Instagram in wedding attire. The caption read: “In honor of Valentine’s Day I wanted to share some news. I met the love of my life. And we got hitched! My heart is full. Thank you Brendan Mcloughlin for loving me for…. me.”
The two had only dated a few months before deciding to get married, leaving some fans wondering if this would be a lasting union.
Mystery Man
So who is Brendan McLaughlin, and how did he manage to get Miranda down the aisle in a matter of months? Turns out, he’s a 27-year-old NYPD police officer. Although their careers couldn’t be more different, it was actually their jobs that brought them together.
When Miranda and her band, The Pistol Annies, performed on Good Morning America, Brendan was working security at the venue. When Miranda’s bandmates spotted him, they knew they had to introduce the two.
Wedded Bliss?
Since the secret wedding in February 2019, Miranda and Brendan have been spotted out and about looking like they’re having an amazing time together. Despite tabloids attempting to stir up drama, all reports from Lambert paint McLaughlin as the love of her life.
But it may be possible that she’s rushed headlong into this relationship to distance herself from the pain and humiliation of Blake Shelton breaking her heart.
Wash Away the Negative
As Miranda shared some big news, many were waiting to see how Blake would react. However, a friend of Blake’s weighed in for him.
The friend explained, “He put Miranda in his rearview mirror long ago. Miranda brings nothing positive to his life. Their marriage ended and he moved on. Ever since, he is grateful every day.” Rather than keeping an eye on the past, Blake has continued to maintain the status quo with Gwen Stefani.
A New Ring
Shortly after revealing her new relationship with Brendan McLoughlin, a New York City police officer with a shady past, Miranda had a big secret to share.
While we wish Miranda the best with her new love, there’s a chance that her new husband’s past will rear its ugly head in their relationship, sooner rather than later.
