Plus, relive the sweetest details from their love story.
Updated Mar 17, 2025Inside Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Marriage
The couple hosted an intimate Montecito wedding in 2019.
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Following their intimate California wedding in 2019, Chris Pratt and his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger have been married for four years. The Guardians of the Galaxy actor, 44, met his wife in 2018—and with a little help from her mom, journalist Maria Shriver, the two embarked on a whirlwind love story. After getting engaged less than a year after they began dating, this famous couple wed on June 8, 2019. By the following year, they welcomed their first child together. Their second daughter was born in May 2022.
Here, we break down Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's romance, including their complete relationship timeline, details from their wedding day, and their philosophy on parenting in the public eye.
- Chris Pratt's wife is Katherine Schwarzenegger, the daughter of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver.
- Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger met through church in 2018, and Maria Shriver helped set them up.
- Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger got married on June 8, 2019, in Montecito, California.
- Chris Pratt and his wife share two daughters: Lyla, born in 2020, and Eloise, born in 2022.
In this article:
- Who is Chris Pratt's Wife? All About Katherine Schwarzenegger
- How Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Met
- Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Relationship Timeline
- Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Wedding Details
Who is Chris Pratt's Wife? All About Katherine Schwarzenegger
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Chris Pratt's wife is Katherine Schwarzenegger. The 34-year-old public figure is a New York Times bestselling author; Not only has she released three self-help books, she's penned two children's books as well. She also comes from a famous family: Katherine Schwarzenegger is the daughter of actor and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and journalist Maria Shriver. Her grandmother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, was the sister of President John F. Kennedy.
How Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Met
Chris Pratt confirmed that he met his wife through their shared religion in 2018. "We met at church," he told Extra in July 2019. "It was a lot of kismet and a lot of connections, but that was where we met." In the early days of their romance, a source told People that Katherine's mom, Maria Shriver, helped set them up.
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Relationship Timeline
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After meeting in 2018, Chris Pratt and his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger got married just one year later. They've since welcomed two daughters and celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary in 2023. Here's a look inside the couple's complete relationship timeline, from the moment they met to where they stand today.
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June 2018: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Are Seen Together
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger were first linked on June 17, 2018, when they were seen enjoying a Father's Day picnic in Santa Barbara, California. The following month, cameras captured the Parks and Recreation actor enjoying an ice cream date with his girlfriend and his son Jack, whom she shares with ex-wife Anna Faris.
December 2018: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Go IG-Official
Before the end of the year, Chris Pratt made his new romance Instagram official with a collage of photos in honor of Katherine Schwarzenegger's birthday on December 13. "Happy Birthday Chief! Your smile lights up the room. I've cherished our time together," he captioned the post. "Thrilled God put you in my life. Thankful for the laughs, kisses, talks, hikes, love and care." The big reveal came one month after Pratt and Faris finalized their divorce.
January 2019: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Get Engaged
The new year began on a high note for this couple. Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger got engaged on January 11, 2019, which the actor announced on Instagram. "Sweet Katherine, so happy you said yes! I'm thrilled to be marrying you," he captioned the reveal. "Proud to live boldly in faith with you. Here we go! 💍🙏♥️"
In the photo, Katherine can be seen wrapping her arms around her fiancé, showing off her sparkly new gemstone. Katherine Schwarzenegger's engagement ring is an oval-cut diamond on a thin, simple band.
April 2019: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Make Their Red Carpet Debut
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Four months later, Katherine Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt made their very first red carpet appearance as a couple. The fiancés stepped out for the premiere of Pratt's film Avengers: Endgame in Los Angeles. The leading man opted for a classic black suit with a checkered tie, while his fiancée wore a metallic one-shoulder Monique Lhuillier gown.
June 8, 2019: Chris Pratt Marries Katherine Schwarzenegger
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's wedding took place on June 8, 2019, in Montecito, California in front of their closest friends and family. From the "vibrant" menu to the "romantic" venue, the couple called it the "best day of our lives." Keep scrolling to relive all the details from Chris Pratt and his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger's wedding below.
August 10, 2020: Chris Pratt and Wife Katherine Schwarzenegger Welcome Their First Daughter
Just a few weeks after marking their first anniversary, Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger became parents for the first time. Their daughter, Lyla, was born on August 10—and the proud parents named her after her maternal grandmother. "We are beyond thrilled to announce the birth of our daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt," they shared in a joint statement on Instagram. "We couldn't be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great. We are extremely blessed."
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May 21, 2022: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Second Daughter is Born
Lyla became a big sister on May 21, 2022, when Chris Pratt and his wife welcomed their second child together. "We are so excited to announce the birth of our second daughter, Eloise Christina Schwarzenegger Pratt," the mom of two wrote on Instagram. "We feel beyond blessed and grateful."
February 2023: Katherine Schwarzenegger Shares Why She and Her Husband Keep Their Kids Private
During an appearance on the Good Instincts podcast in February 2023, Katherine Schwarzenegger opened up about her parenting philosophy—including why she and her husband keep their kids out of the public eye. "It was such an intentional choice of my parents [when I was] growing up to give the gift of privacy," she explained. "My mom and my dad made it a point to not have us go on red carpets, not have us be shown around, and really allow us the privacy that allowed us to have as normal a childhood as possible."
She added, "It's such an important thing that my parents gave me that Chris and I really wanted to be able to give to our kids as well. It was a very intentional choice and one that I'm super protective of."
June 2023: Chris Pratt and Wife Katherine Schwarzenegger Celebrate Their Fourth Wedding Anniversary
On June 8, 2023, Chris Pratt and his wife marked their fourth wedding anniversary by taking a vacation to their wedding venue in Montecito. "Happy Anniversary!! Mom and dads first night away in three years," he captioned a selfie of them. "Back to the spot where we said "I do!" Love you honey!"
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Wedding Details
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's wedding was one of the most memorable celebrity weddings of 2019. The couple swapped vows on June 8 in front of their closest family and friends in Montecito, California. At the time, an insider gave a few details about the exclusive celebration to People. "The venue is beautiful. Lots of flowers and greenery everywhere. It's a very romantic setting for a wedding," they said.
The couple's family members played an integral role in the big day. The bride's parents, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, reportedly looked "so happy." Pratt's son with ex Anna Faris, was also in attendance, along with Schwarzenegger's siblings Patrick, Christopher and Christina. Pratt's Parks and Rec co-star Rob Lowe also attended with his sons.
Katherine Schwarzenegger's wedding dress was an elegant strapless lace gown from Giorgio Armani, complete with a sweetheart neckline, a fitted bodice and a cathedral-length lace-lined veil. Reflecting on her ensemble on Instagram, Schwarzenegger called the dress a "once in a lifetime" look. The groom also wore a tuxedo from the luxury Italian fashion house, which provided three additional wedding looks for the bride, including an off-the-shoulder reception dress and two light pink gowns.
The source also revealed that the couple's "vibrant' wedding menu was inspired by the season. "They are using only local food. It's a lot of fresh vegetables. They didn't want the menu to be too heavy, or rich. It's more of a light summer menu," they shared. "For dessert, there are lighter options as well like raspberries, blueberries and red currant."
During the reception, the newlyweds were said to have enjoyed a playlist of classic wedding songs, from Bruno Mars' "24K Magic" and "Uptown Funk" to Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline," and "Party in the U.S.A." by Miley Cyrus.
The following day, Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger reflected on their nuptials by sharing a touching message on social media. "Yesterday was the best day of our lives! We became husband and wife in front of God, our families and those we love. It was intimate, moving and emotional," she wrote. "We feel so blessed to begin this new chapter of our lives. We are so thankful to our families and our friends who stood with us, and grateful to Mr Giorgio Armani, who created a once in a lifetime dress for me to wear, and for Chris, the perfect suit. This morning we feel nothing but blessed."
