Ashanti & Nelly Officially Engaged & Pregnant

Ashanti and Nelly have been at the center of pregnancy rumors for quite some time now. The speculation heightened when the couple shared a tender moment onstage, with Ashanti cradling her stomach. Adding fuel to the fire, Ashanti’s choice of loosely fitting attire only fueled the speculation further.

Now, however, there’s no need for guessing games, as Ashanti has confirmed her pregnancy herself. She chose a unique way to share the news, starring in an Instagram ad for a company specializing in at-home family planning tools. The adorable video captures Ashanti backstage, amidst the pre-show hustle, taking a pregnancy test in her dressing room. When asked how long until she’s ready for the stage, she humorously responds, “I’mma need about nine months.”

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Fans couldn’t contain their joy at the heartwarming announcement, flooding her comments section with love and well-wishes. Captioning the sweet clip with “Baby baby baby baby… ❤️🙏🏽😆,” Ashanti’s excitement is palpable. While the due date remains undisclosed, the couple has even more reason to celebrate. In an exclusive interview with Essence, Ashanti revealed that she and Nelly are engaged.

“This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation,” she shared. “Motherhood is something I’ve looked forward to, and sharing this journey with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans—who have been so supportive of my career—is an incredible experience.”