Hollywood superstar Chris Pratt, known for his roles in blockbuster franchises, has opened up about his distinctive approach to celebrating Valentine's Day with his wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger. The actor, who tied the knot with Schwarzenegger in 2019, shared insights that challenge conventional romantic traditions during a recent interview.
Every Day as Valentine's Day
During his conversation with Extra, Pratt revealed an unconventional perspective on the annual celebration of love. "Katherine is somebody who does not love to go out on Valentine's Day," the actor confessed. "She thinks it's like a little bit too busy out there, but that just means that every day that's not Valentine's Day, I have to treat like Valentine's Day."
Advice for Gentlemen
Building on this philosophy, Pratt offered practical advice to other men as Valentine's Day approaches. "So, gentlemen, if you're out there and you're wondering what to do, don't wait until Valentine's Day," he emphasized. "Get in early. Do something that's not Valentine's Day. You know, that's when she's least expects it."
How They Met: The Church Encounter
Pratt also addressed persistent rumors about how he first met his wife, setting the record straight about their initial connection. During an appearance on FOX and Friends, the actor clarified: "That's actually not true. Let's settle it now. I met my wife in church."
He described the memorable moment: "I was at a church in Hollywood, and I looked over and I saw her. And I know you're not supposed to be, like, checking out girls at church, but I'm only human. And I thought, 'Wow, she's really cute.'"
Sneaking Glances and Divine Timing
During another appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, Pratt elaborated on those initial church encounters with humorous honesty. "You kind of don't want to be like, 'Whoa, who is that?' at church, you know what I mean," he shared. "But I was kind of sneaking some glances and I was like, 'Who is that? Anyway, what am I doing? Come on, I'm broken, help me.'"
Rapid Relationship Development
The actor explained how their relationship progressed with remarkable speed once they connected. "God has a fast-forward button," Pratt reflected. "When it's right, boom. You fall in love, you get married. Now we have two beautiful daughters to add to my family."
He connected this rapid development to his personal spiritual journey: "My own journey, finding a higher power and leaning on that and being like, 'please save me,' and then feeling saved. And then shortly later finding the woman of my dreams."
Dismissing Family Connection Theories
Pratt specifically addressed and dismissed suggestions that his mother-in-law, Maria Shriver, played any significant role in facilitating their meeting. The actor made it clear that their connection was entirely organic and personal, beginning with that fateful church encounter in Hollywood.
The Hollywood star's Valentine's Day philosophy emphasizes consistency in romantic expression rather than relying on a single annual celebration. His advice to treat ordinary days with special attention reflects a deeper understanding of maintaining relationship vitality throughout the year, not just during designated romantic holidays.
