Kaynette Williams: Where is Blake Shelton’s First Wife Now?

Blake Shelton is one of country music’s biggest stars. He has had a successful career and a well-known love life. Today, he is happily married to pop star Gwen Stefani. The two met on The Voice and made their relationship public in 2016. They later tied the knot in 2021. Before Stefani, Shelton had been married twice. His most famous relationship before Gwen was with country singer Miranda Lambert. But before Miranda, there was Kaynette Williams – Shelton’s first wife and high school sweetheart.

So, where is Kaynette Williams now? Let’s take a look at her life after Blake Shelton.

Young Love and Marriage

Blake Shelton and Kaynette Williams met in their teenage years. Both grew up in Oklahoma. Even though they attended the same school, they did not start dating until Shelton turned 21. They had been friends for years before that. Williams even worked as Shelton’s road manager when he was starting his career in country music.

Their love story led to a proposal. Shelton popped the question in a unique way. Instead of a romantic setting, he proposed after a morning of hunting with friends. Williams said yes, and the couple spent the day celebrating. They tied the knot on November 17, 2003. The wedding was a private ceremony in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. At the time, Shelton was touring with Toby Keith.

A Short-Lived Marriage

Their marriage, however, did not last. By 2006, the couple split. Williams accused Shelton of “inappropriate marital conduct.” While the details were not widely shared, it was clear that things had fallen apart. Shelton admitted later that he was not ready for marriage.

After their divorce, Williams moved back to Oklahoma. But when Shelton and Miranda Lambert moved nearby, she decided to leave. She felt the state wasn’t big enough for all three of them. She chose to start fresh in Kansas.

A New Life in Kansas

After moving to Kansas, Kaynette focused on a new career. She became an elementary school teacher and has excelled in the field. Williams had earned a teaching degree back in 1997, and in 2018, she completed her master’s degree. She has since won awards for her work in education.

Teaching became her passion, and she stepped away from the country music scene. Unlike Shelton, who remained in the spotlight, Williams preferred a quieter life. She built a stable career and found happiness away from fame.

Finding Love Again

Williams also found love again. In Kansas, she met Cody Joe Scheck. He is not a musician like Shelton, but he is famous in his own way. Scheck is a world-champion steer roper. The two met through mutual friends in 2013. According to Scheck’s mother, they hit it off instantly. They have been together ever since and are now happily married.

Williams’ life today is very different from her days with Shelton. She has moved away from country music fame and is content with her career and family life.

Blake Shelton’s Journey After Divorce

While Williams built a new life, Shelton’s career took off. His music continued to climb the charts. He became a coach on The Voice and gained even more fame. His relationship with Miranda Lambert was high-profile. They married in 2011 but divorced in 2015. Soon after, he started dating Gwen Stefani, and they eventually got married in 2021.

Shelton often credits Stefani for bringing balance to his life. They have released music together and share a deep bond. Fans love their chemistry, and they continue to be a power couple in the music world.

Life Goes On

Both Shelton and Williams have moved on in different ways. Shelton remains in the public eye with music and TV appearances. Williams, on the other hand, enjoys a private life in Kansas. She is dedicated to her teaching career and her marriage to Cody Joe Scheck.

Their love story may not have lasted, but both seem to have found happiness. Sometimes, things don’t work out as planned, but life has a way of leading people where they belong.

Williams may not be in the country music scene anymore, but she has found success in her own way. As for Shelton, his journey with love and music continues. The past may be part of his story, but the future holds new possibilities for both of them.