Josh Duhamel opened up about his love story with wife Audra Mari, shedding light on the initial hesitations he felt due to their 21-year age difference. The couple, married since 2022 and parents to one-year-old son Shepherd, had a friendship that spanned years before they moved into a romantic relationship.
In a recent podcast appearance on “Not Skinny But Not Fat,” Josh, 52, shared that despite his early reservations about Audra, 31, being too young for him, their connection grew deeper through mutual friends and shared roots in North Dakota. Josh mentioned that it was Audra who first reached out to him, having been aware of his work through pageants where she was crowned Miss World America in 2016.
Initially, their relationship was platonic, as Josh noted, “No, she’s too young for me.” However, after a barbecue invitation, he was struck by Audra’s beauty and maturity, which ultimately sparked their romance. Reflecting on their relationship, he expressed gratitude for Audra as an incredible mother and partner, emphasizing the beauty of their life together over the past two years.
The family resides mainly at their lakeside property in Minnesota, a place Josh has treasured for nearly two decades. He described the cabin as a “doomsday cabin,” where they initially spent years living simply, lacking modern amenities like plumbing. This grounding experience played a vital role in shaping his deeper connection to the land.
In an age where age differences can often be a topic of scrutiny, Josh and Audra’s story serves as a reminder that love can flourish in diverse circumstances. Their journey, starting from friendship to an evolving family life, highlights the importance of shared values and personal growth in relationships.
Josh’s candid social media reflections and insights into his private life demonstrate a commitment to authenticity, celebrating his family’s unique story while underscoring their happiness together.