On February 5, 2026, Chris Pratt revealed his unique approach to Valentine’s Day, emphasizing that he treats every day as if it were that special occasion. The 46-year-old actor, married to Katherine Schwarzenegger since 2019, shared his perspective on celebrating love beyond just one designated day.
Pratt explained that Katherine prefers to avoid going out on Valentine’s Day itself, which has influenced how he chooses to express his affection throughout the year.
Avoiding the Valentine’s Day Rush with Thoughtful Gestures
Addressing others preparing for Valentine’s Day, Chris offered practical advice for men: instead of waiting for the holiday, he encouraged taking action early with unexpected acts of love when partners least expect it.
He said,
“So, gentlemen, if you’re out there and you’re wondering what to do, don’t wait until Valentine’s Day. Get in early. Do something that’s not Valentine’s Day. You know, that’s when she’s least expects it.”
This approach reflects his effort to show appreciation daily rather than concentrating the celebration to just one evening.
From Meeting in Church to Building a Family
Chris Pratt recounted how he first met Katherine Schwarzenegger at a church in Hollywood, debunking rumors that her mother, Maria Shriver, was involved in their introduction. He described the moment he noticed Katherine and admitted to sneaking glances despite the setting.
He recalled,
“Let’s settle it now. I met my wife in church. 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.’”
On another occasion, he further joked about his attempts to remain discreet.
“You kind of don’t want to be like, ‘Whoa, who is that?’ at church, you know what I mean. 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 Love and Spiritual Growth Leading to Family
Chris described how their relationship progressed quickly after meeting, crediting a spiritual awakening for the positive direction in his life and love.
He stated,
“God has a fast-forward button When it’s right, boom. You fall in love, you get married. Now we have two beautiful daughters to add to my family.”
Reflecting on his personal journey, Chris shared,
“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.”
Love as a Continuous Celebration
Chris Pratt’s approach to Valentine’s Day highlights his belief in celebrating love every day rather than focusing solely on one occasion. This steady mindset not only supports his marriage to Katherine Schwarzenegger but also encourages others, especially men, to express affection consistently and thoughtfully. By valuing daily moments of love, Pratt underscores the importance of genuine connection over commercialized expectations.
