In a surprising turn of events, Cher boldly declared that Kristen Bell deserves someone better than Dax Shepard, sparking a conversation that’s as intriguing as it is controversial. But here’s where it gets even more fascinating: this isn’t just a casual remark—it’s a topic that’s been brewing since the two worked together on the 2010 musical film Burlesque. Fast forward to a recent episode of Dax’s Armchair Expert podcast, where the 51-year-old host didn’t shy away from addressing the elephant in the room. ‘Who would be your dream partner for her?’ Dax asked Cher, 79, openly acknowledging, ‘I know you think she could do better, and I don’t disagree.’
Cher, ever the candid icon, didn’t hold back. While she didn’t have a specific alternative in mind for Kristen, 45, she admitted, ‘The truth is, I trust her. So you must have something that I don’t see.’ This moment of vulnerability highlights the complexity of relationships and the subjective nature of ‘deserving better.’ And this is the part most people miss: Cher’s perspective isn’t rooted in malice but in her deep respect for Kristen, whom she first met on the Burlesque set when Kristen and Dax were already engaged. The couple, who married in 2013, share two daughters, Lincoln, 12, and Delta, 11, and have built a life that many admire.
Cher reminisced about her instant connection with Kristen, saying, ‘We got along so well, and we were very simpatico. I respected her a lot. I didn’t know who she was, but she was good.’ Dax, not one to back down, made his case to Cher, emphasizing his unwavering support for Kristen’s success. ‘I’m not threatened by her shining. Love it. The shinier she gets, the better,’ he declared. This sentiment resonated with Cher, who noted that her own partner, Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards, shares a similar mindset: ‘The more I shine, the more he has won.’ Kristen herself coined a term for this kind of partner: ‘Guys who polish you so you shine more.’
But here’s the controversial question: Is it fair to say someone ‘deserves better’ when they’re clearly happy and supported in their relationship? Dax, with a mix of humor and humility, joked to Cher, ‘I put on a good show when the guests are here. That was the first hug I’d given my daughter in two years. Just because you were here. I wanted to impress you.’ Yet, Kristen’s unwavering praise for Dax as ‘almost too good for me’ and ‘the best dad there ever was’ paints a picture of a partnership built on mutual respect and love.
This conversation isn’t just about Dax and Kristen—it’s about the broader question of how we perceive relationships and the standards we set for them. Do we have the right to judge who ‘deserves’ whom, or should we focus on the happiness and fulfillment of the individuals involved? Cher’s comments, while bold, open the door to a deeper discussion about love, partnership, and the subjective nature of ‘better.’ What do you think? Is Cher’s perspective valid, or is she missing something about Dax and Kristen’s dynamic? Let’s debate it in the comments!
