Blake Shelton's heartbreaking family story as he gives rare interview about personal life

Hoda Kotb loves nothing more than being a mom and shares her two young daughters Haley and Hope with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman.MORE: Al Roker defended by wife Deborah Roberts' remarks from co-starWhile the TV star is a familiar face many people wake up to in the mornings, when it comes to her personal life she's fairly private.However, Hoda got candid about her family, and made a heartfelt revelation about her ex and their decision to adopt.VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb is left shocked live on airShe told Good Housekeeping magazine: "I don't think I would have adopted if it hadn't been for Joel. Having a stable relationship in that moment was really important.MORE: Hoda Kotb gets candid with co-star after on-air reunionMORE: Hoda Kotb left frustrated live on air by missed opportunity with co-star"Once that fell into place, it didn't seem as scary to me.

Kim Kardashian just gave one of her first interviews about her relationship with boyfriend Pete Davidson!

Gwen Stefani wowed followers with an exciting look into her luxury hotel room on Monday, where she is staying ahead of performing in Houston at the rodeo. The 52-year-old took to her Instagram stories to show off the extravagant room and revealed that she has waited two years to do the Houston show.READ: Gwen Stefani twins with rarely-seen younger brother in sweet family videoTalking to fans she said: "Just got to the rodeo! (We've been) waiting two years to do this show guys and we're here."WATCH: Gwen arrives in Houston ready for rodeo performanceIn the video, Gwen filmed a close up of a very impressive cowboy hat-shaped chocolate the hotel greeted her with.

Gwen Stefani stepped out in a stylish, yet comfortable outfit as she and her youngest son Apollo cheered on her middle child Zuma during his baseball game on Saturday. The singer-songwriter, 52, donned a colorful and fuzzy sweater which she wore over a red, white and blue shirt. Stefani added ripped jeans to her ensemble as well as a pair of white combat boots.

No need to take Gwen Stefani, 52, out to the ballgame; she can get herself there just fine! The singer enjoyed a day out at the diamond on Saturday, Mar. 12, taking her adorable son Apollo, 8, to his older brother Zuma‘s baseball game in Los Angeles. Rocking a letterman jacket and bright red lipstick, Gwen couldn’t hold back cheers as she sweetly spent the day celebrating two of her favorite boys.

A doting stepdad! Blake Shelton has a special bond with Gwen Stefani’s three sons.

Blake Shelton has fans head over heels with his latest post, and wife Gwen Stefani too! The country star shared an adorable tribute to Gwen, and fans can't get enough.MORE: Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton's $13m family home is perfectly eccentric - tourIn honor of International Women's Day, Blake shared a heartfelt post with an image of the two looking happy as can be. The image featured the pair cuddled up together as Blake leaned into Gwen's cheek and she smiled ear to ear. "There ain’t #NobodyButYou..

Gwen Stefani has reacted to a heartfelt tribute from her eldest son, Kingston Rossdale, 15, who shared a sweet post in aid of International Women's Day on Tuesday.MORE: Gwen Stefani's son Kingston pays sweet tribute to dad Gavin Rossdale alongside new photoKingston, whom Gwen shares with ex-husband Gavin Rossdale, declared his love for his superstar mom in a cute snap he shared to his Instagram Stories which showed mother and son cuddled up together.WATCH: Queen of pop Gwen Stefani posed with her 'baby' as her son Kingston Rossdale, 15, makes a declaration of love for his mum on Tuesday.The teenager sweetly captioned the picture: "Happy women's day to my mum @gwenstefani I love you." Gwen was quick to repost the heart-warming photo on her Instagram Stories and thanked her "baby" for the sweet words. "Thank you puppy, I love my baby," she said.MORE: Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton's $13m family home is perfectly eccentric - tourREAD: Kim Kardashian celebrates 'beauty icon' Gwen Stefani as singer launches new make-up brandBefore the gorgeous photo, the singing sensation took to her Instagram Stories to reveal her youngest son Apollo's hilarious baking "disaster".In the video, a large plastic tub of brown sugar can be seen on the kitchen side and as Gwen begins to move the tub she reveals the bottom has completely melted and stuck to the kitchen surface.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are marriage goals! Case in point — the country star paid tribute to his beloved wife on International Women's Day!The 'God's Country' singer took to Instagram on Tuesday to honor Stefani with a sweet post alongside a photo of him snuggling up to his wife. Shelton's caption to the post was succinct but earnest — «There ain't #NobodyBut You… Happy #InternationalWomensDay to the best woman I know!@gwenstefani.»Fans quickly responded to Shelton's post with approval.

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale's oldest son Kingston is growing up fast, and is being likened more and more to his famous father.MORE: Gwen Stefani wows in sheer dress for long-awaited announcementThe teenager paid a sweet tribute to his dad over the weekend after sharing a fan's side-by-side image featuring pictures of Kingston and Gavin – showing just how much they look alike.The Bush frontman was the first to re-post the image on Instagram Stories, and his son followed suit. Kingston and his brothers Zuma and Apollo are mainly kept out of the spotlight, but being the oldest and with a public Instagram profile, the teen occasionally shares photos of his famous parents online.VIDEO: Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton give rare insight into family lifeKingston is also showing signs that he will be following in his parents' footsteps with his passion for music and performing.MORE: Gwen Stefani fans can't believe their eyes with stunning childhood photosMORE: Gwen Stefani shares glimpse of incredible party celebrating latest family milestoneKingston, Zuma and Apollo split their time between their mom and dad's homes, and during the beginning of the pandemic at the beginning of 2020, they spent a lot of time in Oklahoma with their mom and stepdad Blake Shelton.Gavin missed his children a lot while they were away, and even took part in some Instagram Lives with Kingston during their time apart – much to the delight of fans.

Dua Lipa has responded to an Oscar Isaac fan-fiction story about her being read out on Saturday Night Live last weekend (March 5).On the latest episode of the long-running American sketch show, actor Oscar Isaac could be seen reading out a fan-fiction story about the pop star during a skit on the show.After hearing the story read, Dua Lipa responded on Instagram.“Adds to list of things I never thought would happen in my life”, she wrote, followed by several laughing emojis.A post shared by DUA LIPA (@dualipa)In the sketch, one of the characters Isaac’s played was Michael – a school janitor with an unexpected hobby of writing stories.Michael interrupts a writing class and starts to share a story he’s been writing on, called ‘The Apogee Of Midnight.’The story is about a janitor who is alone a school at midnight before he’s interrupted by a woman who is looking for him.“My name is Dua Lipa,” the woman in the story says. “I’m a big pop star, and I’m looking for a janitor here named Mike.”You can see a video of the sketch here:Last week (March 6), it was revealed that Megan Thee Stallion has teamed up with Dua Lipa on a new single.Posting on Twitter, the rapper shared an image that featured photos of her and the singer on the icing of four cakes.

Ginger Zee took to social media to reveal that she and her family were embracing a sustainable lifestyle together with her latest project.MORE: Ginger Zee mourns Ukraine conflict as she reveals conflicted feelings ahead of special projectThe Good Morning America star shared that she took time away from the studio and left New York to take an eco road-trip with her husband Ben Aaron and two sons, Miles and Adrian.WATCH: Ginger Zee wows in a romper and Ratatouille hat at DisneyWhile Ginger and Ben rarely share pictures of their sons on social media nowadays, she did post a beautiful shot of the four in a tent that had been suspended above the ground with the help of ties to nearby trees.In the sunkissed snap, the four could be seen lounging inside the green set-up and smiling for the camera as Ginger revealed this was part of their sustainable adventure.MORE: Ginger Zee ‘can’t fathom this feeling’ as she shares 'gut wrenching' photo amid war in UkraineIn her caption, she wrote: "Gorgeous sunset in an elevated tent… join us for an #ecoroadtrip as we Branch Out for earth month in April — you can come along with our family and see how it works out.

Blake Shelton is embracing his role as a stepfather. During a talk at the Country Radio Seminar, the 45-year-old country crooner opened up about his new job as stepdad to his wife, Gwen Stefani's, three sons. The 52-year-old singer and her ex-husband, Gavin Rossdale, are parents to Kingston, 15, Zuma, 13, and Apollo, 8.

Fatherhood comes naturally for Blake Shelton, 45. The country star revealed how close he’s become with his wife Gwen Stefani‘s sons (Kingston, 15, Zuma, 13, and Apollo, 8), since they tied the knot in July 2021. Blake sounded in awe of the three boys in a new interview with People, published on Monday February 28. The Voice coach has formed a solid bond with his wife and co-star’s sons.

The sweetest stepdad! Nearly eight months after marrying Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton is gushing about his relationship with her three sons.

Gallery: Breaking with tradition! Did you know these female stars proposed to their men? (BANG Showbiz)Blake - who started dating the 'Hollaback Girl' hitmaker in 2015 and married last year - loves showing the older two about the fun involved in rural life after they were raised in urban and glam Los Angeles. Of Kingston and Zuma, he said at the Country Radio Seminar in Nashville: "The two of them were like, 'Well, what do we do now? I go, 'Go out that door and don't come back till you're too tired to go any further. ' Well, they can't even imagine just going down to the creek with a net or turning over rocks or getting on a buggy and driving around.

Blake Shelton reveals he’s looking forward to his career slowing down so he can spend more time with his family.