Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger dated for about nine months before getting engaged. They were married in June 2019 and six years later, they’re still going strong.
Here is a definitive timeline of Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger’s whirlwind romance.
June 2018
Pratt and Katherine were spotted together for the first time in the summer of 2018, enjoying a cute picnic date. Later, it was revealed that the two had been quietly going out for months.
“It’s still very new between Chris and Katherine but the picnic was not their first date. They have been on multiple low key dates and have been talking consistently for the last two months or so,” E! reported.
July 2018
In July, Pratt went to Katherine’s church with his son Jack, then taking the two of them out for some ice cream. He also shared a few kisses with the author.
August 2018
Katherine’s brother, Patrick Schwarzenegger, posted a video to his Instagram stories that shows Pratt out with their family for a casual dinner, People reported at the time. In the video, Pratt and Katherine are all smiles, laughing at something a member of the Schwarzenegger family does towards the end of the dinner table.
September 2018
A source told People late in 2018 that an engagement might be approaching.
“They’re such a great fit together,” the source explained. “It’s only been a few months but Chris and Katherine are both very serious about the relationship and their friends wouldn’t be surprised if they got engaged sooner rather than later. Katherine has spent time with Chris’ family and they all love her too. She fits in really well with them and vice versa.”
December 2018
Pratt went Instagram official for Katherine’s birthday, sharing a photo collage of their lives together, writing, “Thrilled God put you in my life. Thankful for the laughs, kisses, talks, hikes, love and care.”
January 2019
Pratt announced their engagement on January 14, 2018, with a post that gave a clear look at her square cut diamond engagement ring.
“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!,” he wrote.
His ex-wife, Anna Farris, commented, “I’m so happy for you both. Congratulations!”
March 2019
In March 2019, a source told People, “They have a general idea when they want the wedding to happen, but don’t have the exact date yet. Katherine is having the best time planning everything. She loves it!”
Another source told E!, “Katherine is taking her time with planning the wedding. Katherine and Chris have talked about a winter wedding, they are just really busy to plan anything sooner than that but plans are still fluid.”
April 2019
Katherine’s mother, Maria Shriver, threw her a bridal shower, where her father, Arnold Schwarzenegger, also made an appearance. Pratt showed up, too. A source told E! News that Katherine “looked stunning in a white skirt and fitted tank top with beaded fringe. Her hair was clipped back on one side.”
That month, they made their red carpet debut at the Avengers: Endgame premiere in L.A.
June 2019
The couple were married in June 8, 2019. They had an intimate ceremony at San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California.
“The venue is beautiful,” a source told People. “Lots of flowers and greenery everywhere. It’s a very romantic setting for a wedding. “The whole family took wedding photos, including her parents Maria [Shriver] and Arnold [Schwarzenegger]. Everyone just looked so happy.”
March 2020
A source told E! News that the pair were considering kids.
“Katherine and Chris have been very open about wanting kids soon,” they said.
April 2020
In April, People reported that Pratt and Katherine were expecting their first baby together.
August 2020
They welcomed their daughter, Lyla Maria, in August 2020.
“We are beyond thrilled to announce the birth of our daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt,” Pratt shared on Instagram. “We couldn’t be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great. We are extremely blessed. Love Katherine and Chris.”
December 2021
Late in 2021, People confirmed the couple were expecting a second child.
May 2022
On May 22, the pair announced they had welcomed a second daughter, Eloise Christina Schwarzenegger Pratt.
February 2023
While on the Good Instincts podcast, Katherine shared that they make every effort to keep their kids out of the spotlight.
“It was such an intentional choice of my parents [when I was] growing up to give the gift of privacy,” she shared. “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.”
Katherine 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.”
April 2023
On The Drew Barrymore Show, Pratt talked about how meeting Katherine helped bring him out of a dark place.
“There was a moment in my life that I was really struggling and felt really broken,” he said. “For me, [it was] my own journey finding a higher power and leaning on that. And then shortly later, [I met] the woman of my dreams.”
He talked about them meeting at church, saying he was “sneaking some glances” during service.
“I met Katherine—now it’s been five, six years ago,” Pratt added. “God has a fast-forward button, you know. When it’s right—boom—you’re hit. You fall in love, you get married. It’s all about timing. There’s a perfect plan out there for you. And I think you have to have faith. The minute you have faith, it falls into place.”
June 2023
To celebrate their fourth wedding anniversary, the couple visited San Ysidro Ranch in California, where they were first married. Pratt shared a picture of himself with his wife in the spot saying in the caption it was the first time they’ve had a “night away” in three years.
“Happy Anniversary!! Mom and dads first night away in three years. Back to the spot where we said ‘I do!’ Love you honey,” Pratt wrote.
Schwarzenegger also shared some selfies with Pratt on the beach and some shots of the gorgeous venue. One image in the carousel showed a bouquet of flowers and a card reading, “Happy Anniversary my love.”
“Came back to the place where it all happened ♥️ happy anniversary to my love angel face. I love life with you ♥️,” she wrote.
June 2024
A source told People that Pratt and Katherine are expecting their third child.
November 2024
Pratt and Katherine announced the birth of their son, Ford Fitzgerald, on Instagram.
“We are overjoyed. Mama and baby are doing well and Ford’s siblings are thrilled by his arrival. We feel so blessed and grateful,” they wrote.