Gwen Stefani's recent Instagram tribute to her husband Blake Shelton sparked debate among fans, raising questions about her feelings toward her ex, Gavin Rossdale.
- July 5, 2024
AceShowbiz - Gwen Stefani recently posted a heartfelt tribute to her husband, Blake Shelton, on Instagram, marking their wedding anniversary. Captioning the photo carousel with "It's always been you," Gwen, 54, ignited a wave of reactions from fans. While some adored the sentiment, others viewed it as a subtle dig at her ex-husband, Gavin Rossdale.
In the Instagram post, Gwen looked stunning in a strapless ball gown, and Blake, 48, appeared dapper in a black and white suit. However, despite the adorable photos, several followers found the caption controversial.
One user commented, "It shows so much insecurity, her need to somehow put her ex-husband down in little, petty ways. It doesn't give me a (truly) happy vibe." Another chimed in, noting, "No it hasn't. Clearly you both had people and more importantly children before you met. It hasn't always been you more like It's become you."
Supporters of Gwen were quick to elaborate on her words, suggesting it was a declaration of finding true love. "All she is saying is Blake is her true love. She's never felt how wonderful it could be until she was with him," one fan clarified. "Have you guys never been in difficult relationships? Yes she was married before and has children but still… something was missing!!! And this feels much different."
Gwen and Gavin, 58, were married in 2002 and share three sons: Kingston, Zuma, and Apollo. Their marriage ended in 2016 amid allegations that Gavin had an affair with their nanny, Mindy Mann although Gavin never publicly admitted to it.
Reflecting on their divorce, Gavin described it as one of the most painful experiences. "Apart from death, I think divorce is one of the hardest, most painful things to go through," he told Fabulous magazine in January 2017.
Since their split, both musicians have moved forward with new relationships. Gwen began dating Blake Shelton after co-starring on "The Voice", and they tied the knot in July 2021. Meanwhile, Gavin was recently spotted with Gwen's lookalike Xhoana X in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The couple, who went Instagram official on Gavin's birthday in 2023, seem to be enjoying their time together.
Despite the debates around her post, Gwen's journey from heartbreak to true happiness with Blake Shelton showcases the resilience and hope that love can bring even after the deepest wounds.
