Chris Pratt is currently married to Katherine Schwarzenegger, daughter of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver. The couple tied the knot on June 8, 2019, in an intimate ceremony in Montecito, California, and have since built a beautiful family together with three children. Their love story represents a second chance at happiness for Pratt, who previously was married to actress Anna Faris from 2009 to 2018.
The Guardians of the Galaxy star’s journey to finding love again began in the aftermath of his highly publicized divorce from Faris. After eight years of marriage and welcoming son Jack in 2012, Pratt and Faris announced their separation in August 2017, with their divorce finalized in October 2018. Despite the end of their marriage, both actors have maintained a commitment to co-parenting their son and have spoken positively about each other in public.
Pratt’s relationship with Katherine Schwarzenegger has been characterized by its rapid progression and strong foundation in shared faith and values. From their first public appearance in June 2018 to their engagement just seven months later, the couple’s whirlwind romance captured public attention and demonstrated that sometimes love truly does happen when you least expect it. Their marriage has produced three children and continues to thrive as they approach their sixth wedding anniversary, making them one of Hollywood’s most stable couples.
The Anna Faris Chapter: A Hollywood Romance That Couldn’t Last
Chris Pratt’s first marriage began as a classic Hollywood love story. In February 2007, while filming Take Me Home Tonight, Pratt met Anna Faris, who portrayed his love interest in the film. At the time, Faris was still married to her first husband, Ben Indra, but Pratt was reportedly interested in her from the beginning. However, he respectfully waited until she was single before pursuing a relationship.
Once Faris called to tell Pratt that she and Indra were splitting, their romance moved quickly. The couple became engaged in late 2008 and married on July 9, 2009, in Bali, Indonesia, choosing to elope spontaneously following a friend’s wedding. They established their home in the Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles and seemed to have found their perfect match.
Parenthood and Challenges
In 2012, Faris gave birth to their son Jack, who was born nine weeks premature, weighing just 3 pounds 12 ounces. This challenging experience had a profound impact on Pratt’s faith, as he later shared that he and Faris “prayed a lot” during the uncertain early days of their son’s life. The experience strengthened their bond temporarily, but ultimately couldn’t prevent the challenges that would later tear their marriage apart.
Despite their efforts to make the relationship work, Pratt and Faris announced their separation in August 2017. In a joint statement, Pratt expressed their mutual disappointment: “Anna and I are sad to announce we are legally separating. We tried hard for a long time, and we’re really disappointed. We still have love for each other, will always cherish our time together, and continue to have the deepest respect for one another.” Pratt filed for divorce on December 1, 2017, citing irreconcilable differences and requesting joint custody of their son. The divorce was finalized on October 31, 2018.
Enter Katherine Schwarzenegger: A New Beginning
Just months after his divorce was finalized, Chris Pratt found love again with Katherine Schwarzenegger, an accomplished author and member of the famous Kennedy-Schwarzenegger family. Their meeting was facilitated by Katherine’s mother, Maria Shriver, who introduced them in early 2018. Pratt later revealed that they actually met at church, describing their connection as “a lot of kismet, and a lot of connections.”
A Whirlwind Romance
The couple was first spotted together publicly on June 17, 2018, enjoying a Father’s Day picnic in Santa Barbara, California. However, sources revealed that this wasn’t their first date, as they had been quietly seeing each other for about two months prior. Their relationship progressed rapidly, with Katherine quickly integrating into Pratt’s family life, including spending time with his son Jack from his previous marriage.
By July 2018, Pratt was attending Katherine’s church with Jack, and the three were spotted enjoying ice cream together. In August, Katherine’s brother, Patrick Schwarzenegger, shared a video showing Pratt dining with their family, indicating how quickly he had been welcomed into the Schwarzenegger clan.
The Engagement and Wedding
On January 14, 2019, just seven months after they were first spotted together, Pratt announced their engagement on Instagram with a heartfelt message: “Sweet Katherine, so happy you said yes! I’m thrilled to be marrying you. Proud to live boldly in faith with you. Here we go!” The announcement revealed Katherine’s stunning square-cut diamond engagement ring and demonstrated Pratt’s commitment to building a faith-based relationship.
Notably, Pratt gave Anna Faris a heads-up about the engagement before making it public, showing the respect and consideration that continues to characterize their co-parenting relationship. Faris graciously offered her congratulations on her Unqualified podcast, saying, “I knew that it was gonna happen, and I love her and I love him. I’m just so happy that they found each other.”
The couple married on June 8, 2019, in an intimate ceremony at San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California. Pratt described it as “the best day of our lives,” noting that it was “intimate, moving, and emotional.” The wedding was attended by both families, including Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, creating a beautiful blending of Hollywood royalty and political legacy.
Building a Family Together
Children and Parenthood
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger have welcomed three children together since their marriage. Their first daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt, was born in August 2020. Pratt announced her birth on Instagram, writing, “We are beyond thrilled to announce the birth of our daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt. We couldn’t be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great. We are extremely blessed.”
Their second daughter, Eloise Christina, was born in May 2022. Most recently, the couple welcomed their third child, a son, in 2024. Through his marriage to Katherine, Pratt has become part of the extended Kennedy family, one of America’s most prominent political dynasties.
Blended Family Dynamics
One of the most admirable aspects of Pratt’s current marriage is how successfully Katherine has integrated into his existing family structure. She has developed a positive relationship with Jack, Pratt’s son with Anna Faris, and the family often appears together in public, demonstrating the healthy blended family they’ve created.
Shared Values and Public Life
Faith and Community Involvement
A cornerstone of Pratt and Katherine’s relationship is their shared Christian faith. Pratt, who was raised Lutheran and later identified as a non-denominational Christian, attends Zoe Church in Los Angeles. Their relationship began at church, and faith continues to play a central role in their marriage and family life.
The couple has also committed to charitable work together, serving as Global Ambassadors for the Special Olympics since 2020. Katherine is additionally an American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ambassador and supports the Best Friends Animal Society.
Real Estate and Lifestyle
In 2023, Pratt and Katherine acquired the Ellwood Zimmerman House, an architecturally significant property in Brentwood, California. They later demolished the original structure to construct a larger residence, indicating their long-term commitment to building a life together in Los Angeles.
Chris Pratt’s marriage to Katherine Schwarzenegger represents a successful second chapter in his personal life. Their relationship, built on shared faith, family values, and mutual respect, has produced a thriving family and appears to be going strong as they approach their sixth wedding anniversary in 2025. From their church meeting to their current status as parents of four children (including Jack), their love story continues to evolve as one of Hollywood’s most stable and enduring marriages.
