Nelly and Ashanti in the early 2000s

Grammy-winning singers Ashanti and Nelly have revealed that they are expecting their first child together and have officially gotten engaged.

Ashanti and Nellys love story spans over two decades. They first crossed paths at a Grammy Awards press conference in 2003. Back then, Ashanti playfully gave Nelly her autograph. This encounter led to them dating.

Their relationship remained private through the mid-2010s, but they eventually split in 2015.

Fast forward to 2021, during Ja Rule and Fat Joes Verzuz battle, Ashanti and Nelly unexpectedly reunited onstage, starting rumours of a reconciliation.

The chemistry was undeniable, and fans wondered if their love story was getting a second chance.

In September 2023, Nelly finally confirmed what fans had been speculating. During an interview on the Boss Moves with Rasheeda show, he said, Yeah. We cool again. I think it surprised both of us, though.

“It wasnt anything that was, like, I dont think planned. I think we both were pretty much doing what we do. But sometimes being separate, you understand one another more. The two were officially dating once again.

Now, in 2024, Ashanti has shared her the news of her pregnancy with the world. In an Instagram video, the singer gets ready for a performance, and when asked how much time she needs, she playfully responds, Im gonna need about nine months.

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