Pop icon Gwen Stefani is opening up about the secret ingredient behind her happy marriage to country star Blake Shelton — and it’s not what fans might expect. In a candid new interview, Stefani admitted that having a “third party” involved has been key to maintaining a strong, healthy relationship.
The couple, who tied the knot in 2021 after years of being one of music’s most adored duos, may seem like they have it all figured out — but according to Stefani, it takes more than love and chemistry to keep things running smoothly.
“Having that third party involved really helps,” she shared, referring not to another person romantically, but rather to relationship counseling and open communication through guided support. “Sometimes you just need someone from the outside to help you understand each other better. And that’s been really powerful for us.”
Fans applauded Stefani’s honesty, with many saying it breaks the stigma around couples therapy and shows that even celebrity marriages benefit from a little help.
The Hollaback Girl singer also emphasized the importance of respecting differences — especially with two people from such different worlds. “He’s a cowboy, I’m a Cali girl,” she joked. “But at the end of the day, we’re just two people trying to grow together.”
Blake Shelton has previously echoed similar sentiments about their relationship, often crediting Stefani with grounding him and helping him through some of life’s biggest transitions — including stepping back from The Voice after 23 seasons.
In a world where celebrity relationships often end as quickly as they begin, Stefani and Shelton’s approach to love — with humility, humor, and a little professional guidance — might just be the secret sauce to staying together.