Katherine Schwarzenegger is glowing as she prepares Valentines surprise for Chris Pratt


The Hollywood couple share three children together and Katherine is also a stepmom to Chris' son, Jack


Katherine Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt
Hannah Hargrave
Hannah HargraveUS Deputy Editor
February 5, 2026
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Romance is in the air for Katherine Schwarzenegger and her husband, Chris Pratt. As Valentine's Day fast approaches, the mom-of-three is revving up for a traditional surprise for the Jurassic Park star. 

New photos show Katherine looking radiant in a pretty, pink sweater, and with a big smile on her face as she worked on heartfelt gifts for her loved ones for the special day. 

In the images, she was beaming and sat beside her living room table where she was writing a series of Hallmark, Valentine's Day cards

Katherine Schwarzenegger writing out her Hallmark cards for Valentine's Day in pink sweater© MOVI Inc
Katherine Schwarzenegger’s favorite Valentine’s Day tradition is celebrating all the people she loves with Hallmark cards

While she has kept any gifts for her family under wraps, Katherine has made no secret of the fact she adores the art of producing handwritten cards. 

Chris reiterated the fact Katherine likes to keep it cozy and low-key for Valentine's Day when he spoke to Extra recently and said:  "Katherine is somebody who does not love to go out on Valentine's Day,” he said. 

Katherine Schwarzenegger writing cards inside her home for Valentine's Day© MOVI Inc.
Katherine Schwarzenegger makes handwritten keepsakes which her family and friends can keep for a lifetime

"She thinks it's like a little bit too busy out there, but that just means that every day that's not Valentine's Day, I have to treat like Valentine's Day. So, gentlemen, if you're out there and you're wondering what to do, don't wait until Valentine’s Day. Get in early. Do something that's not Valentine's Day. You know, that's when she least expects it."

Katherine and Chris share one-year-old Ford, Eloise, three, and Lyla, five, and they also co-parent Chris' son, Jack, from his marriage to Anna Faris. 

Chris Pratt puts his arms around wife Katherine Schwarzenegger as they pose for photo© Instagram
They're set for a low-key Valentine's Day

Life is a handful at times, with three young children in their home, but Katherine previously revealed in Best Quality Designer Handbag  how organization is key in her household.... at least when it comes to her card collection. 

She always makes time to connect with her loved ones in the deeply personal way of writing them cards, and has them organized to perfection, so she always has one to hand. 

"Handwritten cards have always been my jam, thanks to my mama!" she said on Instagram, showing appreciation for her mom, Maria Shriver. "Whether it’s a thank-you card, a birthday card, or a just-because card, I always stay stocked up so I have them on hand."

Rather than a drawer of Hallmark cards thrown in randomly, Katherine has a dedicated container with sections for just about every occasion.

An adorable picture of Chris with the girls © Instagram
Their life is busy but they love it - Chris gets a hug from two of his girls

Despite how idyllic her life appears, both she and Chris have been open about the reality of family life. He's described it as "beautiful chaos" and "absolutely hectic and wonderful".

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