Ashanti and Nelly tied the knot after rekindling their romance. They revealed their engagement and pregnancy in April to Essence, but TMZ reported on June 19 that they had actually married in December 2023, as per public records from St. Louis, Missouri, reviewed by USA TODAY.
Before this news broke, Ashanti had mentioned to Entertainment Tonight that they were still planning their wedding, aiming for a date after their baby’s birth.
Reflecting on their engagement, Ashanti described it as a beautiful and unexpected moment, recalling how it happened in a casual setting at home. She expressed a mix of emotions upon hearing the news, including joy and surprise.
Ashanti and Nelly had a private on-and-off relationship spanning a decade, initially sparked during their Grammy Awards nominations in 2003.
After reconnecting at a music event in 2021, their relationship publicly resumed, with Nelly confirming their renewed commitment in a September 2023 interview.
Ashanti publicly acknowledged their reunion at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards.
Despite ups and downs, Ashanti expressed gratitude for where they are now, reflecting on their journey from breakup to reconciliation.
