Popular music artists Nelly and Ashanti have left their fans in a frenzy with the announcement of their engagement and pregnancy.
The couple, who first started dating back in 2003 after meeting at a Grammy Awards press conference, have had a rollercoaster relationship over the years.
Despite breaking up almost a decade ago, Nelly and Ashanti have now rekindled their romance. The two dated during the peak of their careers but split in 2013 after being together for ten years. While they remained quiet about the reasons for their split, Ashanti opened up in 2015 about feeling betrayed and the importance of knowing oneself in a relationship.
It was only recently that fans started speculating about the couple getting back together. In February 2023, eagle-eyed Instagram followers noticed a subtle clue linking Ashanti and Nelly when they both wore the same Cuban link chain necklace. This was followed by a joint concert performance in Arizona, where the two displayed undeniable chemistry on stage while singing their hit song “Body On Me.”
Finally, Nelly confirmed their relationship during an interview in September 2023, describing the rekindling as a surprise to them both. The couple’s relationship was initially strained due to their strong focus on their careers, making it tough for them to balance personal and professional life. However, they seem to have found a way back to each other after years of being apart.
In a more recent revelation, Ashanti referred to Nelly as her “fiancé” in an interview with Essence, hinting at their engagement. The couple is also expecting their first child together, with Ashanti expressing her excitement about entering motherhood. Nelly, who has children from a previous relationship, seems thrilled about expanding his family with Ashanti.
The couple’s journey from dating to heartbreak, reconciliation, and now engagement and parenthood has been a whirlwind, capturing the attention of fans and media alike. As they prepare to embark on this new chapter in their lives, Nelly and Ashanti continue to prove that love can indeed withstand the test of time.
