Kristen Bell’s anniversary tribute to Dax Shepard includes “I never would kill you” quote

Kristen Bell took to social media to commemorate 12 years of marriage with Dax Shepard, sharing a humorous yet eyebrow-raising anecdote from early in their relationship. The Nobody Wants This actress posted a heartfelt message to her husband on their anniversary, including a quote he apparently once made, “I would never kill you. A lot of men have killed their wives at a certain point. Even though I’m heavily incentivised to kill you, I never would.”

The tongue-in-cheek remark, if true, captures the couple’s well-documented way of keeping things real with a dose of self-aware humour. Bell’s post reaffirms that despite their celebrity status, they don’t shy away from weird, candid moments that define their bond.

Bell and Shepard first met in 2007, got engaged in 2009 and married on 17 October 2013. The pair have two daughters, Lincoln, 12, and Delta, 11 and frequently speak openly about their imperfections and the work required in maintaining a partnership in the public eye.

In recent years, Bell has been transparent about the fact that both she and Shepard often forget their anniversary dates, joking in past posts that “neither of us remember the date, I think it’s October 17 but only because someone told us.” This latest tribute aligns with that same self-deprecating style, acknowledging both love and absurdity.

Beyond the anniversary post, the couple continues to lean into authenticity. Bell recently revealed that Shepard has stepped away from acting to focus on his passion project, the Armchair Expert podcast, allowing Bell space for her own projects. While this milestone might have slipped their memory schedules, Bell’s message makes it clear: the love behind the laughter remains strong.