Washington, Oct 5 (ANI): Gwen Stefani celebrated her 40th birthday on October 3 without much ado, for only family and friends attended the party at a chic Italian restaurant Cecconi’s in West Hollywood.

The singer’s hubby Gavin Rossdale, their kids - the 3-year-old Kingston and the 13-months-old Zuma - and close pals, including Kate Beckinsale and her husband Len Wiseman were present at the afternoon bash.

People magazine quoted a restaurant source as saying: “The Butterfly Room was specially decorated for Gwen’s celebration with happy birthday balloons and roses.”

The group feasted on a grand lunch with various Italian appetizers, pasta dishes, salad, champagne and wine.

The insider added: “Gwen looked amazing and so much younger than 40. She was in a great mood and seemed very excited to celebrate her birthday with her husband, children and friends. Gwen and Kate seem very close and the girls shared a long chat and many laughs. Gavin and a nanny took care of the boys so Gwen could just relax and enjoy her celebration.”

The source also revealed that Gwen was given a birthday cake.

“With her oldest son helping her to blow out the candles, Gwen made a wish and she looked very happy,” the source said. (ANI)

However, a source at the Oceana Hotel in Santa Monica disclosed that Stefani’s birthday celebrations had actually started the night before.

“Gwen and Gavin spent a great night with friends and looked very happy together… When the clock struck midnight, Gwen and Gavin toasted to Gwen’s big birthday,” said the hotel source.