AFTER Shania Twain divorced Robert “Mutt” Lange, she tied the knot with Frédéric Thiébaud.
The same year the Grammy winner’s marriage to the former ended, she became engaged to the latter.
Who is Shania Twain’s husband, Frédéric Thiébaud?
On January 1, 2011, Shania Twain and Frédéric Thiébaud tied the knot in Rincón, Puerto Rico.
Their private wedding ceremony occurred in front of 40 of their closest friends and family.
Based in Switzerland, Frédéric is a business executive for Nestlé.
For both Shania and Frédéric, it was their second time down the aisle.
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While discussing their union, the former wrote in her 2011 memoir: “I really didn’t ever want to love again after the end of my marriage.
“I decided I could live the rest of my life without love, but I was wrong.
“And I’m so glad I was wrong. Fred has given me a new lease on love.
“I don’t take any day for granted anymore.”
In Shania’s memoir, Frédéric also expressed: “What happened between us really came as a complete surprise.
“We never, ever expected anything like this. It’s just really a beautiful love story.
“To express my love, words are not enough. I’m more in love with her every day.”
How did Shania meet Frédéric?
Shania and Frédéric met through the superstar’s former friend, Marie-Anne Thiébaud.
Shania and Marie-Anne met while the country music legend was touring Switzerland in the 90s.
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At the time, she and her then-husband Robert “Mutt” Lange hired Marie-Anne as their assistant.
“Shania considered Marie-Anne one of her best friends,” an insider told People.
“Their two families would vacation and spend holidays together.”
On December 20, 2010, the That Don’t Impress Me Much singer announced she and Frédéric were engaged.
On her official website, she revealed: “I am excited to share some personal news with you, I’m in love!
“Frederic Nicolas Thiebaud has been a true gift to me as a compassionate, understanding friend, and over time, an amazing love has blossomed from this precious friendship.
“Fred and I are happy to announce, our ENGAGEMENT!”
How many kids do Shania and Frédéric have?
From her first marriage to Mutt Lange, Shania has one son named Eja.
Frédéric and his ex-wife also have one daughter named Johanna.