The relationship between Kristen Bell and her partner Dax Shepard has given rise to major online debate after reports described that their marriage features a three-way dynamic involving their close pal and podcast co-host Monica Padman.
Padman has been a longtime presence in the pair's life. She originally worked as a babysitter for Bell and Shepard's kids and later became Bell's assistant before co-hosting Shepard's podcast Armchair Expert.
With time, she became so close to the pair, which led some people to jokingly describe the relationship as a three-way marriage.
While the relationship between Shepard and Padman is said to be platonic instead of romantic, insiders claim the unusual dynamic has raised questions among friends.
Reports speak about Bell and Shepard arguing on a frequent basis, while Padman sometimes finds herself caught in the midst of their disagreements.
The pair's relationship has long been known for its openness about therapy, conflicts, and personal struggles, which they tend to describe on an open basis. But recent reports also hint at trouble in paradise after they chose to involve a third person, and if that's healthy.