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Country music star Blake Shelton recently celebrated his 49th birthday, but not without some playful drama. Shelton took to social media to jokingly express his disappointment that fellow country singer and friend Luke Bryan had not wished him a happy birthday. “He’ll probably only say something after he sees this tweet,” Shelton teased.
True to form, Bryan responded with a humorous jab via his Instagram Story, deliberately excluding Shelton from any birthday wishes. The lighthearted exchange highlights the ongoing friendly banter between the two longtime country music pals.
Thank you all for my happy birthday wishes! I love yall! I’m kinda bummed though. @lukebryan is the only one of my friends that hasn’t reached out to me today. He’ll probably only do it now after he sees this.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) June 18, 2025
Thanks again everybody. I still haven’t heard from Luke.. He’s probably just busy today. @lukebryan
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) June 18, 2025
Happy birthday to everyone in the world today except @blakeshelton. Clearly you need to lay off the beers. ha. https://t.co/iEhCfXBHRu
— Luke Bryan (@lukebryan) June 19, 2025
While the Shelton-Bryan birthday banter entertained fans, the more heartfelt moment came from Shelton’s wife, Gwen Stefani. She posted a touching tribute filled with behind-the-scenes glimpses of their life together. The couple, who met on The Voice in 2014 and married in a private ceremony in July 2021, continue to show a united front amid recent speculation about their relationship. Stefani addressed rumors of marital issues, reaffirming their strong bond and shared values.
As Shelton enjoys a break from performing, Bryan is preparing for a weekend of shows. Despite the public teasing, it’s clear the camaraderie between the two country stars—and the affection within Shelton’s marriage—remains solid.
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