Gwen Stefani recently celebrated her son Zuma’s 16th birthday with a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. She shared a video montage featuring photos of him through the years, showcasing his growth and milestones. Zuma is Gwen’s second child with ex-husband Gavin Rossdale, and the photos included precious moments with his siblings, playing with a guitar as a baby, and selfies with his mom. The tribute also highlighted Zuma’s love for country music and his special bond with his stepdad, Blake Shelton.
Gwen and Blake’s relationship began when Gwen joined The Voice in 2013, shortly after giving birth to son Apollo. They started dating in 2015, when Zuma was seven years old. Over the years, Zuma and Blake have developed a close relationship, with Zuma even making his country music debut at Blake’s honky-tonk bar in Oklahoma. Fans were quick to notice the resemblance between Zuma and Blake, commenting on how he is following in his stepdad’s musical footsteps.
Zuma’s musical talent comes as no surprise, considering his rockstar father Gavin and his country musician stepdad Blake. Gavin has opened up about Zuma’s interest in country music, jokingly admitting that he’s not the biggest fan of the blues scales that Zuma enjoys playing. Despite his own musical preferences, Gavin expressed his unwavering support for Zuma’s musical journey, emphasizing that he will always encourage his son’s passion for music, even if it’s different from his own style.
As Zuma celebrates his 16th birthday and continues to pursue his love for country music, the support from his family, especially from his mom Gwen and stepdad Blake, will undoubtedly play a significant role in shaping his musical career. With a blend of rock and country influences from his parents, Zuma has a promising future ahead in the music industry. As he embarks on this musical journey, he will carry with him the love and encouragement of his family, who will always be there to cheer him on every step of the way.