Hollywood actress Kristen Bell has found herself at the centre of a social media storm after sharing what many are calling a 'tone-deaf' anniversary tribute to her husband, Dax Shepard.
Controversial Celebration
The 'Frozen' star took to Instagram to mark four years of marriage with Shepard, but instead of focusing on traditional anniversary sentiments, Bell chose to highlight her husband's ongoing sobriety journey in a move that has divided fans and critics alike.
'Four years of marriage. A decade of sobriety. And a lifetime of being the kindest, coolest, funniest mensch I know,' Bell wrote in her now-controversial post.
Fan Backlash Erupts
The tribute quickly drew criticism from followers who felt the timing was inappropriate, with many suggesting that an anniversary should celebrate the couple's relationship rather than serve as a platform for discussing addiction recovery.
One social media user commented: 'This feels more like a pat on the back for yourself than a genuine celebration of your marriage.'
Another added: 'There's a time and place for everything. Your anniversary post should be about your love, not his struggles.'
Context of Sobriety Journey
Shepard, who has been open about his addiction battles throughout his career, previously revealed he relapsed in 2020 after 16 years of sobriety. The couple have often spoken publicly about the challenges they've faced in their relationship due to his addiction issues.
Despite the criticism, some supporters came to Bell's defence, praising her for standing by her husband through difficult times and celebrating his recovery milestones.
The controversy highlights the ongoing debate about how public figures should navigate discussing sensitive personal issues on social media platforms.
