On a sunny afternoon on June 2, 2025, in a quiet park just outside Oklahoma City, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani were spotted enjoying a rare public moment of family bliss. The couple, who have been married since July 2021, were joined by Stefani’s youngest son, Apollo, now 11 years old, and their newest family member—a pet parrot named Dodo, perched on Stefani’s shoulder. But what captured the hearts of onlookers was the sight of country music superstar Blake Shelton, 48, pushing a stroller—not for a baby, but for the couple’s beloved kitten, Corn, who they adopted in 2024. The scene was a perfect snapshot of the couple’s down-to-earth lifestyle, their love for their blended family, and their quirky sense of humor, proving once again why they remain one of Hollywood’s most endearing couples.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s relationship has been a fairy tale of sorts since they met as coaches on The Voice in 2014. Both coming off difficult divorces—Shelton from Miranda Lambert and Stefani from Gavin Rossdale—the two found solace in each other, bonding over their shared love of music and family. They tied the knot in a small, intimate ceremony on Shelton’s Oklahoma ranch in 2021, with The Voice host Carson Daly officiating. Since then, they’ve settled into a quieter life on the ranch, where they’ve been raising Stefani’s three sons—Kingston, 19, Zuma, 16, and Apollo, 11—alongside a growing menagerie of animals, including their kitten Corn and parrot Dodo. Shelton, who left The Voice after Season 23 in 2023 to focus on being a stepfather, has often spoken about how much he loves his role in their blended family, a sentiment that was on full display during their park outing.
The couple’s decision to bring Corn along in a stroller wasn’t just a playful whim—it was a nod to their deep love for their pets and their shared sense of humor. Stefani introduced Corn to the world in July 2024 via Instagram, sharing videos of the stray kitten they’d nursed back to health, dubbing him “Corn-Bread-Shelton.” The kitten quickly became a beloved part of their family, often featured in Stefani’s social media posts alongside their other animals. On this particular day, Corn lounged in a pet stroller, a bright pink blanket tucked around him, reminiscent of a lighthearted moment in 2015 when Shelton was photographed pushing an empty stroller with a pink blanket as a prank on his then-ex-wife, Miranda Lambert. This time, however, the stroller held a real passenger, and the sight of the 6-foot-5 country star gently pushing it through the park drew smiles from passersby.
Shelton was dressed in his signature casual style—a black baseball cap, plaid shirt, and jeans—while Stefani, 55, looked effortlessly chic in a sleeveless pink top, black sweatpants, and her platinum blonde hair styled in a high ponytail, her trademark red lipstick adding a pop of color. She carried Dodo, the parrot she introduced to her Instagram followers in December 2015, on her shoulder, a bright splash of feathers that matched her vibrant energy. Apollo walked beside them, kicking a soccer ball and occasionally running ahead to explore the park’s playground, his laughter echoing through the air. The family’s easy camaraderie was evident as they strolled along a shaded path, stopping occasionally to let Corn sniff the grass or to take photos of the blooming wildflowers—a nod to their love of nature, which they often share on social media.
For Shelton, moments like these are what he cherishes most about his life with Stefani and her boys. In a 2024 interview with Access, he described Stefani as his “best friend” and spoke about how much fun they have together, whether they’re performing in an arena or simply having coffee at home. “The only regret that we have is that we didn’t find each other until late in life,” he added, a sentiment that underscores the deep bond they’ve built over the years. Shelton’s dedication to being a stepfather has been a cornerstone of their relationship, and he’s often shared how much he loves watching the boys grow into their own interests. In a May 2025 interview with People, he revealed that Zuma, 16, has developed a love for country music, a passion Shelton has unintentionally influenced through years of playing it in his truck. “He’s leaning into country music pretty much 150 percent,” Shelton said proudly, noting how surreal it is to see the boys embrace his world.
Their park outing came just weeks after the couple returned from a family vacation in the Ozarks, where they stayed at Big Cedar Lodge in Missouri in April 2025. Stefani documented that trip on Instagram, sharing clips of her sons and Shelton enjoying nature, golf, and family meals, calling it “an unforgettable time.” The couple’s love for outdoor adventures has become a hallmark of their life together, whether they’re fishing on their Oklahoma ranch or exploring new destinations with the boys. This latest park visit was a more low-key affair, but no less meaningful—a chance to unwind amidst their busy schedules, which have recently included Shelton’s new album For Recreational Use Only and their duet “Hangin’ On,” as well as Stefani’s deluxe edition release of her album Bouquet in March 2025.
As they walked, Stefani and Shelton shared quiet moments of affection, their hands brushing as they laughed over Apollo’s antics on the playground. At one point, Shelton knelt down to adjust Corn’s blanket in the stroller, earning a playful eye-roll from Stefani, who teased him for being “such a softie.” The couple’s dynamic—equal parts silly and sweet—has endeared them to fans, who often see glimpses of their relationship in their music collaborations, like their 2024 duet “Purple Irises,” which Stefani described on Jimmy Kimmel Live! as a song that came together effortlessly because of their shared creative chemistry. “I played it for Blake, and he loved it,” she said, noting how their partnership in the studio mirrors their partnership in life.
The sight of Shelton pushing the stroller also brought to mind a heartwarming moment from their past. In 2016, shortly after they began dating, Stefani was spotted pushing Apollo’s stroller during a park outing in Los Angeles, with Shelton by her side. Back then, their relationship was still new, but their connection was already evident, with Shelton quickly stepping into a supportive role for Stefani’s children. Nearly a decade later, that bond has only deepened, and the image of Shelton pushing Corn’s stroller symbolizes how far they’ve come as a family—a unit that embraces each other’s quirks, from Stefani’s love of animals to Shelton’s dedication to being a stepdad.
For onlookers at the park, the scene was a reminder of why Shelton and Stefani have remained beloved figures despite the pressures of fame. A few fans snapped photos from a respectful distance, later sharing them on social media with captions like “Blake and Gwen are the sweetest family!” and “Corn in a stroller is the cutest thing I’ve seen all year!” The posts quickly went viral, racking up thousands of likes and comments, with fans praising the couple for their authenticity and the joy they bring to each other’s lives. One user wrote, “This is what love looks like—pushing a kitten in a stroller and laughing together in a park. Blake and Gwen are goals.”
As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the park, Shelton, Stefani, and Apollo made their way back to their car, with Dodo still perched on Stefani’s shoulder and Corn dozing in his stroller. Shelton carried the stroller over a small hill, his easy strength a contrast to the tenderness he showed as he checked on the kitten one last time before loading it into the car. Stefani leaned against him, her head resting on his shoulder as Apollo climbed into the backseat, chattering about his day. It was a simple moment, but one that spoke volumes about the life they’ve built together—a life rooted in love, family, and the kind of happiness that doesn’t need a spotlight to shine.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s park walk may have been a brief escape from their hectic lives, but it was a powerful reminder of what truly matters to them. Whether they’re on stage, on their ranch, or in a park with a kitten in a stroller, they continue to show the world that their love story is one for the ages—a story that keeps getting sweeter with every step they take together.
