Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton just celebrated five years of marriage and seem to be on a good path. Unfortunately, the couple is now mourning a heartbreaking family death. So, who passed away? Keep reading for more details on what happened.
Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton Just Celebrated 5 Years
It has not been the easiest ride for Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton. They have been under a microscope with their marriage since the beginning. Many do not think that they are well-suited, as he is a country boy and she is a California girl. There have been many adjustments made, and there is a lot of time spent apart. However, they have maintained a united front as much as possible, and her three sons seem to love Blake. In July 2026, the couple celebrated their five-year wedding anniversary. The hope is that they can work through anything that comes their way, as divorce is allegedly not an option for them.
Sadly, Blake and Gwen have just suffered a devastating loss and are mourning together. Their beloved dog, Betty, passed away, which Gwen announced via her Instagram. Now, this was originally Blake’s dog, as she was eighteen years old when she died. Then, she became the couple’s pup in 2015 when the two began dating after they ended their marriages. He had been with Miranda Lambert while she was with Gavin Rossdale. After Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani connected, Betty became their baby, so they celebrated her life with a sweet Reel of their favorite memories. In the caption, Gwen wrote:
- it’s with the heaviest hearts that we share our sweet betty has gone to heaven 💔🕊️🐾 she made us all smile for 18 years… we’re going to miss her forever. thank u betty for all the love + joy u brought into our lives 🦋💗 gx
Fans and followers had nothing but love to send to Blake and Gwen. They had seen Betty in previous posts, so they knew what a beautiful member of the family she was.
Betty Will Be Missed
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani were rallied by so many who wanted them to know how beloved Betty was. Moreover, they wanted the couple to know that she would be missed beyond measure:
- omg precious betty 🥺 I’m so sorry for your loss. sending you and your family so much love ❤️
- Oh no. I’m so sorry! 💔🌈 Sending you all love.
- Sorry for your loss 💔🐾🙏
- Dogs leave paw prints on our hearts that never truly fade. 💔💔 Sending Love to you and the fam.
- Fly high Betty 🕊 You have some friends at the bridge waiting for you 🌈🐾
Do you remember seeing Betty in Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s posts? Let us know, and may her memory be a blessing.
Amanda has been a professional freelance writer for over a decade, holding both a BA and an MA. Her passions include animals, iced coffee, gnomes, summer, music, and ‘Vanderpump Rules’.