Childhood and Education Journey of Kristen Bell in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 18, 2026

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Kristen Bell. From birth to education, explore key events.

Kristen Bell is an accomplished American actress and singer recognized for her contributions to both film and television. She has received an Emmy Award and has been nominated for three Golden Globe Awards. Notably, she was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world in 2025.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2005: Adopted Sadie

In 2005, Kristen Bell adopted Sadie, an 11-year-old black Labrador Retriever, who was rescued from Hurricane Katrina.

2005: Placement on Maxim's Hot 100 List

In 2005, Kristen Bell was placed 68 on Maxim's "Hot 100" list.

2006: Selected "World's Sexiest Vegetarian" and Listed in Maxim's "Hot 100"

In 2006, Kristen Bell was selected as "World's Sexiest Vegetarian" on PETA's yearly poll. Maxim also placed Bell at the top of the "Fall TV's Criminally Sexy Investigators" List and listed her as number 11 in the "Hot 100" list.

2007: End of Relationship with Kevin Mann

In 2007, Kristen Bell ended a five-year relationship with her former fiancé, Kevin Mann.

2007: Placement on Maxim's Hot 100 List

In 2007, Kristen Bell was placed 46 on Maxim's "Hot 100" list by Maxim.

2007: Started dating Dax Shepard

In late 2007, Kristen Bell began dating actor Dax Shepard.

2008: Ranked on AskMen's Top 99 Women

In 2008, Kristen Bell was ranked 59 on AskMen's Top 99 Women of 2008 List.

January 2010: Engagement to Dax Shepard

In January 2010, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard announced their engagement.

2012: Veganism After Forks Over Knives

By 2012, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard had become vegan after watching the documentary Forks Over Knives.

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March 2013: Birth of First Daughter

In March 2013, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard welcomed their first daughter.

June 26, 2013: Asked Dax Shepard to marry her

After section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court on June 26, 2013, Kristen Bell asked Dax Shepard to marry her via Twitter, and he accepted.

October 16, 2013: Marriage to Dax Shepard

On October 16, 2013, Kristen Bell married Dax Shepard at the Beverly Hills County Clerk's Office.

2013: Founded This Bar Saves Lives

In 2013, Kristen Bell co-founded the granola bar company This Bar Saves Lives, which donates food aid to children in need.

December 2014: Birth of Second Daughter

In December 2014, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard welcomed their second daughter.

May 2016: Received Treatment for Depression and Anxiety

In May 2016, Kristen Bell revealed that she has received treatment for depression and anxiety to encourage others in similar situations.

August 2018: Discussed Wearing Scuba Gloves

In August 2018, Kristen Bell discussed her use of scuba gloves while swimming due to her fear of "prune fingers" during an interview with Jimmy Kimmel.

2019: Hello Bello Founding

In 2019, Kristen Bell and her husband founded Hello Bello, a company marketing plant-based, environmentally friendly, and affordable baby care products.