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Kristen Bell Dazzles at Actor Awards; Husband Dax Shepard Prepares for Procedure
2 Mar
Summary
- Kristen Bell hosted the Actor Awards solo while her husband prepared for a colonoscopy.
- Shepard shared his dietary restrictions for the procedure on social media.
- Bell expressed admiration for the Actor Awards' warm atmosphere and camaraderie.

Kristen Bell served as the emcee for the 2026 Actor Awards on March 2, 2026, appearing solo on the red carpet. Her husband, Dax Shepard, was absent as he was undergoing preparations for a colonoscopy.
Shepard humorously documented his dietary restrictions for the procedure via his Instagram Story. He noted his intention to eat a steak before adhering to clear liquids and water. This marks his fourth colonoscopy, having undergone the procedure multiple times since 2017.
Bell, who has hosted the Actor Awards twice before, expressed her admiration for the event's sense of camaraderie. She donned a striking silver gown for her hosting duties. The ceremony celebrated nominees across film and television, including prominent stars like Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone.
Bell shared that her primary concern while hosting was not nerves, but the physical challenge of wearing high heels. The 32nd annual Actor Awards were streamed live on Netflix.




