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Gavin Rossdale says co-parenting with Gwen Stefani is like a ‘two-lane highway' that never merges

By Janelle Ash, Larry Fink

Published March 30, 2026

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Gavin Rossdale compares his co-parenting relationship with Gwen Stefani to a "two-lane" highway that doesn't merge.

During an interview with Fox News Digital, the Bush guitarist talked about his relationship with his ex-wife and how they raise their kids: Kingston, Zuma and Apollo. He also discussed how he and his fellow Bush band members will be performing at Stagecoach this year.

"It's a very, it is an interesting kind of… it's a two-lane highway, you know, but they don't ever seem to merge, which is fine," Rossdale said.

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale co-parent their three sons. (Chris Polk/PMA2014/Getty Images for dcp)

The English musician explained what he meant by a "two-lane highway" and explained that it's each of them doing the best they can to raise their children.

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"Probably doing the best she can, and I'm doing the best I can. And the kids are growing up, so I'm a proud proponent of the system. It's fine," he said.

"It's a very, it is an interesting kind of, it's a two-lane highway, you know, but they don't ever seem to merge, which is fine."

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When it comes to raising his kids, Rossdale's biggest priority is not to raise "jerks."

Gwen Stefani in a patterned two piece jumpsuit leans her head in towards Gavin Rossdale in a red plaid shirt looking serious

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale divorced in 2016 after 14 years of marriage. (Trae Patton/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)

"Making them likable. I think that if you've got kids that are unlikable, they've got a tough life ahead, you know. Life is hard enough without being a jerk, without being kind of aware of other people, mindful of other people, considerate of other people, empathetic," he began.

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Rossdale said he tries to be an example for his kids and how they should show up in people's lives around them.

"And so all those things that I try to do my best in my life to be... Just try to show by example with my kids, consistent friends, consistent people around and a sort of a steady approach to life," he said.

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Gwen Stefani and her sons, Kingston Rossdale, Apollo Rossdale and Zuma Rossdale. Stefani is currently married to Blake Shelton. (Getty Images)

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Rossdale explained that there's so much pressure on the younger generation, and he sees that through the eyes of his kids.

 
 
 
 
 
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"I feel connected to the pressure that young people have in terms of what to do. And if you go to college, what the hell are you gonna do in college, and then how are you going to pay off your student loans, and how are you going to go into the workplace? And it just seems very, very hard for people. Very, very hard. And I'm not sure if it's getting easier," he said.

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Rossdale thanks God for finding his life path years ago, which is being the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the British post-grunge rock band Bush.

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Gavin Rossdale is the frontman of Bush. He performed with the band here in 2010. (Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

Rossdale and his fellow Bush band members are heading to Stagecoach this year. Speaking to Fox News Digital, Rossdale said he's not afraid to perform at a country music festival because he plans on bringing "good energy."

"I think it just comes down to playing well and being enthusiastic and having a good energy. And if you bring good energy, there's no reason why people can't respond," he began.

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Stagecoach 2026 is scheduled to take place from Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Bush performs on Saturday, April 25. 

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Janelle Ash is an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to janelle.ash@fox.com. 

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