Celebrity Engagements 2026: Stars Who Got Engaged This Year

2026 has already proven to be a landmark year for celebrity engagements, with a string of high-profile couples taking the next step in their relationships. From athletes and musicians to actors and reality stars, the entertainment world has been abuzz with proposals, ring reveals, and heartfelt announcements. Below, we round up the most notable engagements of the year so far, verified through primary sources and official statements.

January: Clarissa Bowers and Jackson Morgan Kick Off the Year

The year began with a dazzling announcement from Sports Illustrated model Clarissa Bowers, who shared her engagement to Jackson Morgan on January 4. Bowers took to social media to reveal her ring, marking the first major celebrity engagement of 2026. The couple’s joyful post set the tone for what would become a year filled with romantic milestones.

February: Halle Berry, Jena Malone, and Olympic Athletes Join the List

February brought a flurry of engagements, starting with Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry, who confirmed her engagement to longtime partner Van Hunt. The couple, who had been dating for nearly six years, shared the news amid widespread speculation. Berry later addressed the engagement during a February 5 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, clarifying that she had not turned down Hunt’s proposal, as some rumors had suggested. I did not say no, she said. We just don’t have a date. But of course I said yes, I would marry him!

The same month, Hunger Games alum Jena Malone announced her engagement to boyfriend Jack Buckley. While details about the proposal remain private, the couple’s announcement added to the growing list of 2026 engagements.

February also saw two Team USA athletes, Hilary Knight and Brittany Bowe, get engaged during the 2026 Winter Olympics. The pair, who have been vocal advocates for LGBTQ+ representation in sports, shared their joy with fans, further cementing the Olympics as a backdrop for memorable romantic moments.

Reality TV star and dancer Allison Holker also joined the list on February 12, announcing her engagement to Adam Edmunds after he proposed. Holker, known for her appearances on So You Think You Can Dance, shared the news with her followers, celebrating the next chapter in her relationship.

April: Disney Proposals, MLB Romance, and Royal Connections

April proved to be another busy month for celebrity engagements, beginning with Gracie Hunt, the daughter of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt. Gracie, who has been in the public eye for her philanthropic work and relationship with Derek Green, announced their engagement on April 4 after a year of dating.

MLB player Austin Hedges added a touch of sports romance to the month when he proposed to Lexi Dickinson following a big game. The proposal, which took place on the field, was a surprise to fans and marked a memorable moment in Hedges’ career.

One of the most talked-about proposals of the year came from Grammy-nominated singer Josh Groban, who popped the question to actress Natalie McQueen at Disneyland. Groban shared the news on April 21 with a heartfelt Instagram post, captioned MY BEST FRIEND SAID YES!!!. The couple, who had been dating for three years, celebrated the moment with a fairytale proposal organized by Disney Weddings. Sharing this life with you is my happiest place, Groban wrote, tagging McQueen in the post.

Rumors also swirled in April about a potential engagement between Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz. While neither party has confirmed the reports, multiple outlets cited unnamed sources close to the couple, fueling speculation about their relationship status.

Other Notable Engagements of 2026

Beyond the major announcements, several other celebrities have shared their engagement news this year. AnnaLynne McCord, known for her role in 90210, revealed on April 11 that she and fiancé Danny Cipriani, a former rugby player, had gotten engaged on Christmas Day. McCord described the proposal as a surprise, sharing with People that she cried for 10 minutes straight before saying yes. Cipriani proposed with a 15-carat emerald-cut diamond ring, a detail that quickly became a talking point among fans.

The year also saw engagements from Dove Cameron and Damiano David, as well as Bachelor Nation alum Chris Bukowski and Anna Redman. These announcements, while less publicized than some of the others, have contributed to the wave of romantic celebrations in 2026.

What’s Next for These Couples?

As the year progresses, fans are eagerly awaiting details about wedding dates, venues, and other celebrations from these newly engaged couples. While some, like Halle Berry and Van Hunt, have confirmed their engagement but not yet set a date, others, such as Josh Groban and Natalie McQueen, have already begun sharing glimpses of their post-engagement life.

For many of these couples, the engagement announcements have been met with an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities alike. As the entertainment world continues to celebrate love in all its forms, 2026 is shaping up to be a year to remember for romance.

Stay tuned for more updates as these stories develop.