Amidst swirling rumors of a potential split, Blake Shelton, 49, and Gwen Stefani, 56, are reportedly navigating the challenges of "demanding schedules" but remain solid as a couple. Sources close to the celebrity pair are dismissing the speculations, emphasizing that their marriage is strong despite the pressures of their respective careers.
The couple's demanding work commitments have led to periods where they must be more intentional about spending time together. Shelton recently released an album and is preparing for shows in Las Vegas, while Stefani has announced a series of performances with her band No Doubt. Despite these challenges, insiders say any difficulties they face are related to their busy careers, not underlying problems in their relationship.
Fueling the rumor mill were observations that Stefani and Shelton hadn't been photographed together on the red carpet since March 2025, and they also skipped the CMA Awards in November. Furthermore, fans noticed a decrease in the frequency of Stefani posting photos of Shelton on social media. The release of their duet "Hangin' On" in March, a song with breakup themes, also contributed to the speculation. However, Shelton has clarified that the song is not reflective of their marriage and was simply a track they both enjoyed.
Stefani has taken steps to quell the rumors, including sharing a cozy selfie on Instagram of Shelton kissing her on the cheek. She has also been seen wearing her wedding bands and a green gem gifted by Shelton. Further dispelling the rumors, Shelton's representative told Page Six that the split claims were "completely made up".
The couple, who first met on "The Voice" in 2014 and married in July 2021, are committed to making their relationship work despite the distance and time apart. They tied the knot on Shelton's ranch in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, which now serves as their family home. Stefani also has three sons Kingston, 19, Zuma, 17, and Apollo, 11, from her previous marriage with Gavin Rossdale, whom Shelton co-parents.
Looking ahead, the couple plans to spend the holidays together, dividing their time between California and Oklahoma. Stefani mentioned on the "Today" show that they "bounce back and forth" frequently and intend to continue this pattern throughout December. They even celebrated two Thanksgiving dinners with family and friends this year.
Despite the pressures of fame and demanding careers, those close to the couple insist that their chemistry remains "off-the-charts" and their attraction is as strong as when they first started dating nearly 10 years ago. Shelton has openly expressed his joy in their relationship, stating that it "still feels new" and that maintaining that feeling is "the key to happiness". Stefani has also spoken about how Shelton gave her "a second chance at life" after her divorce.
