Why Dax Shepard initially refused to marry Kristen Bell — and what changed
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Key Points:
- Dax Shepard initially resisted marriage with Kristen Bell, believing a legal document shouldn't define their relationship, as shared during his "Armchair Expert" podcast.
- Both coming from broken homes, Shepard held a skeptical view of marriage, but a heartfelt Christmas Eve with family prompted him to propose earlier than planned.
- Shepard surprised Bell with an emotional proposal at home, leading to her tearful acceptance, despite their earlier engagement announcement in 2010.
- The couple, who married in 2013 and have two daughters, have been open about their relationship struggles, including attending couples therapy and not having a prenup.
- Bell recently revealed she often cries weekly due to the challenges of marriage and parenting, highlighting their candid approach to their personal life.
