The Voice fans have been treated to watching Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s love story unfold on national TV. As we approach the new year 2024, many are wondering if this power couple is still going strong after spending New Year’s Eve apart.
How It All Began: Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani's Start
Back in April 2014, Gwen Stefani joined the lineup of The Voice as a coach, alongside Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, and Pharrell Williams. At that point, both Gwen and Blake were married—Gwen to Gavin Rossdale and Blake to Miranda Lambert. But life has a way of throwing unexpected twists.
Fast forward to July 2015, Blake and Miranda announced they were calling it quits. Just a month later, Gwen and Gavin followed suit with their own split. Gwen admitted she was initially blindsided when Blake revealed his divorce plans, but as they both navigated through their respective breakups, they found solace and understanding in each other on the The Voice set.
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During a candid interview with Howard Stern in July 2016, Gwen opened up about the early days of her relationship with Blake. "I was in shock because I felt like he was exposing me. I just couldn’t wrap my head around it," she shared. "I didn’t want anyone to know what was going on with me... I had this huge weight on me, and only my family and those involved knew." Their connection deepened over time, and by November 2015, they officially went public with their romance, much to the delight of their fans.
The Big Day: Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani Tie the Knot
After five years of dating, Blake proposed to Gwen in a beautiful chapel located on his ranch in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, in October 2020. Less than a year later, in July 2021, the "God's Country" singer and the legendary songwriter exchanged vows at the same chapel where they got engaged. Their close friend and The Voice host, Carson Daly, officiated the ceremony, making it an extra special moment for the couple.
The Status Check: Are Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani Still Together?
As we entered the holiday season in 2023, Gwen revealed that she and Blake would be spending New Year's Eve separately. While Blake was set to perform at WinStar World Casino & Resort in Thackerville, Oklahoma, Gwen booked a gig in Las Vegas.
"I was planning to be at his show, but then Vegas called and wanted me in Vegas," Gwen told Access Hollywood. She joked about her previous Vegas experience, saying, "Last year, I did Vegas, and I was kind of like, 'Remind me never to do Vegas again' because sometimes you just want to have your own space, not be the host."
Gwen continued, explaining her decision with humor: "If you’re going to be working, then I’m going to be working too. I’m just going to fly in and out, it’s going to be awesome." Despite spending the holiday apart, their fans were curious if this signaled any changes in their relationship.
Speculation began to swirl when both Blake and Gwen seemed to take a break from posting about each other on Instagram. In a January 2024 post, Blake shared his excitement for hitting the road on tour without Gwen by his side. Around the same time, Gwen announced her plans to reunite with No Doubt for a performance at Coachella.
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In a nostalgic Instagram teaser video, Gwen reminisced about her early days with No Doubt and even texted her former bandmate and ex-boyfriend, Tony Kanal. They ended up hopping on a video call with the rest of the band to discuss their upcoming show.
Despite all the buzz, Blake and Gwen remain a couple, proving that distance doesn’t always mean the end.
The Family Unit: Do Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton Have Kids?
While Blake doesn’t have any biological children, he has embraced his role as stepdad to Gwen’s three sons from her marriage to Gavin Rossdale: Kingston, Zuma, and Apollo. The youngest, Apollo, has even started to adopt some of Blake’s signature country style.
In a heartfelt moment with Entertainment Tonight in November 2023, Blake gushed about Apollo: "He wears athletic sweatpants or shorts all the time, so when he puts on jeans and boots, it just warms my heart. It’s amazing to see him incorporate a bit of country flair into his wardrobe." Clearly, Blake is more than just a stepdad—he’s a role model for the younger generation.
