We know 2024 has been… a lot. The breakups, the drama, the plot twists that had us all saying, “WTF?” It’s been a rollercoaster, to say the least.
But amidst the chaos, love fought back with a vengeance, blessing us with some of the most stunning celebrity engagements—and a few relationship comebacks—that had us screaming, “True love exists!”
Case in point? Ashanti and Nelly’s epic comeback (seriously, do you need more proof that what’s meant to be, will always find its way back?). And don’t even get me started on Lady Gaga—yep, even she got engaged this year!
So, if you need some feel-good news to balance out the madness, here are eight Black celebrity couple engagements of 2024.
Prepare to have your faith in love restored!
Noah Lyles & Junelle Bromfield
View this post on Instagram
Olympic stars Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield lit up October with their engagement, as Lyles proposed to his queen under a breathtaking canopy of candles, rose petals, sparklers, and a glowing neon sign that read, “Will you marry me?”
The couple couldn’t wait to share their joy with the world, posting the special moment on their socials. Lyles’ heartfelt caption read, “To My Future Wife, I Will Love You Forever,” accompanied by a touching cover of Bobby Caldwell’s iconic 1978 hit “What You Won’t Do for Love.”
Nelly & Ashanti
View this post on Instagram
After nearly a decade apart, star-crossed lovers Nelly and Ashanti reconnected in 2024, sending millennials into a frenzy.
Then in an interview with Essence in April, Ashanti, 49, confirmed that she and Nely were expecting their first child together. (Ashanti’s first; Nelly shares two kids with his ex, Channetta Valentine, and adopted his late sister’s children after her tragic passing from leukemia).
Then hours after the pregnancy reveal, the couple doubled down on the joy with an engagement announcement that had fans buzzing.
Ashanti shared her excitement with Essence, saying,” This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation.”
“Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience,” she added.
Tyler Lepley & Miracle Watts
View this post on Instagram
After three years of love and a playful YouTube Q&A ultimatum, Tyler Lepley finally popped the question to his stunning girlfriend, internet personality Miracle Watts.
The Harlem star proposed with a gorgeous diamond ring in front of a heart-shaped arrangement of white roses with the words “Will you marry me” at the center.
Lepley was smiling down on one knee, holding his wife-to-be’s ring finger. The couple wore all black and looked stunning and oh-so-joyful.
My Fiancé got a nice ring to it!! I LOVE YOU,” Lepley captioned his post on Instagram.
Darius Harris & Jassi Rideaux
View this post on Instagram
Real Housewives of Potomac star Jassi Rideaux said yes to NFL standout Darius Harris this August, and the future Mrs. Harris cannot wait to walk down the aisle.
In an interview with People, Rideaux teased that her wedding day will be a fashion extravaganza, complete with multiple outfit changes and a selective guest list, including a few of her RHOP co-stars.
“I’m looking forward to just keeping my focus on my soon-to-be husband and just being grateful for where we are,” Rideaux told the news outlet.
“Relationships are not easy, and we lived apart in different states for a majority of the beginning stages of our relationship.”
“And so, I’m looking forward to just soaking it all in and looking absolutely stunning in my photos, but also just being able to fellowship with my friends and family and celebrate love,” she added.
“What better place to go to a party than to a wedding where people are celebrating love?”
Derrick Milano & Angela White
View this post on Instagram
She said yes.
On October 19, Grammy-winning artist Derrick Milano announced his engagement to media personality-rapper Angela White.
Milano shared a video of the romantic onstage proposal on his Instagram page alongside a sweet message to his new fiancé.
In the clip, the 30-year-old singer-songwriter serenaded White with Mario’s song “Let Me Love You,” in front of a crowd at Howard University.
Midway through the touching performance, Milano reached into his back pocket, got down on one knee and popped the question. White tearfully said yes then embraced her future husband.
Preston Mitchum & Donald Cooley
View this post on Instagram
Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard star Preston Mitchum announced his engagement to Donald Cooley after nearly three years of dating.
Mitchum popped the question to his now-fiancé during a European getaway in April.
“We, Preston and Donald, joyfully announce our recent engagement while traveling in Madrid, Spain,” the couple told People in a statement.
They continued: “In a world where love between Black queer men isn’t always acknowledged or celebrated, we stand proudly together on this beautiful road together.”
“Our journey is a testament to the beauty and strength of love in all its forms and a commitment to always love and learn from each other. With hearts full of gratitude, we look forward to writing the next chapter of our lives together.”
Meagan Good & Jonathan Majors
View this post on Instagram
Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors, who’ve been dating for over a year, shared the exciting news while attending the EBONY Power 100 Gala on November 17.
“We’re feeling great,” Good told People, flashing her dazzling diamond ring.
“It’s a season of joy,” Majors added with a smile.
Good chimed in, “It’s a season of all the good things,” while Majors agreed, saying, “Amen.”
In a separate conversation with EBONY Magazine, Majors praised the “Divorce in the Black” actress, calling her the most “divine and powerful being” he’s ever met.
“Life is crazy—I’m crying to you—she is the most perfect, beautiful, divine, and powerful being that I’ve ever met,” the Creed III star said of his fiancée. “The fact that she said, ‘I’m gonna run with you,’ I’m with it. I feel great.”
