Love at First Coupon: Dax Shepard Shares Adorable First Meeting with Kristen Bell
The universe has a funny way of connecting people, and in the case of Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell, it was a heavenly 20% off coupon from Bed, Bath & Beyond that sparked their nearly two-decade romance. During the Feb. 18 episode of PBS’s *Finding Your Roots*, the charming pair revealed the sweet details of their first meeting, which was as casual as a coupon-clipping afternoon.
Dax, 50, reminisced about meeting Kristen, 44, just after he had experienced a breakup—definitely not the ideal emotional state for romance. Yet, amidst all the heartbreak and confusion, there stood Kristen, lighting up the room with infectious excitement over her recent coupon windfall. “I remember thinking this is pretty adorable that this movie star is this excited about 20% off,” he chuckled. Who knew frugality could be so endearing?
But it wasn’t until weeks later, at a hockey game (because let’s face it, what couple doesn’t love a little puck?), that their connection really took flight. While hanging out with a friend who happened to know Kristen, Dax felt the spark. “This is the most charismatic human I’ve ever met in my life,” he recalled. And just like that, the two began talking and have been inseparable ever since—a bonkers almost 17 years!
Even more lovey-dovey sentiments were shared by Kristen, who expressed how her marriage has encouraged her to embrace her authentic self. “Dax kind of opened my mind,” she said. Playing the “gray area” card, she highlighted how their relationship is sculpted with deeper understanding and good ol’ trust. “Look, we fight just as much as any other couple, but there’s a trusting foundation underneath,” she reassured us, reminding us that even Hollywood love stories come with their fair share of drama.
Now, a progressive couple that encourages fun and allows for human mistakes, Dax and Kristen are a reminder that real love is often found in the most unexpected places—like a discount coupon aisle. Their journey proves that serendipity and a bit of humor can lead to long-lasting partnerships, and makes us all a little envious. Who doesn’t want to find their soulmate over a great deal?
Finding Your Roots can spark some hilarious revelations, wraps up with their regular dose of heartfelt wisdom. So, tune in on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET for more nuggets of wisdom from our favorite Hollywood duo!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, PBS, NBC Universal, Us Weekly
