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‘Not Funny at All’: Netflix Star's Anniversary Story Sparks Backlash

  • On October 17, Kristen Bell marked her 12th wedding anniversary by posting an Instagram photo with Dax Shepard, which sparked widespread backlash from followers online.
  • Because the anniversary fell during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, many followers said the caption was poorly timed and irresponsible.
  • Bell’s Instagram caption, which has nearly 668K likes and over 3,500 comments, featured a loved-up photo of the couple embracing on the edge of a bed and a controversial quote from Shepard.
  • A comment with more than 17,000 likes criticised the timing, Dateline NBC official account joined the backlash, some celebrity pals defended Bell, and her representatives did not immediately respond.
  • Support resources include helplines 0808 2000 247, 0808 8010 327, and the US hotline 1-800-799-SAFE, with Australia’s statistic that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 8 men experience partner violence.
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With an Instagram post on her wedding day Kristen Bell triggers a wave of indignation. The actress is accused of trivializing domestic violence. Many fans are shocked while others defend her.

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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, October 20, 2025.
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