Roomies, fresh details have emerged about Nelly and Ashanti’s relationship, and it appears the two have already exchanged vows.
On Wednesday, June 19, TMZ released an exclusive report claiming that the singer and rapper are married and have been for several months.
According to court records obtained by the outlet, Nelly and Ashanti’s marriage was officially recorded on December 27, 2023.
While the records do not specify the exact city where the marriage took place, TMZ reports that the union is documented in St. Louis County.
Although the state is not explicitly mentioned, all indications suggest that the ceremony occurred in Nelly’s hometown. Universal Music Enterprises notes that Nelly hails from St. Louis, Missouri, though he was born in Austin, Texas.
TMZ has reached out to representatives for both Nelly and Ashanti for comments, but they have yet to respond. The outlet also speculates that the couple might be planning a public ceremony.
Social media has been buzzing with reactions to the news of Nelly and Ashanti’s alleged marriage. Users in The Shade Room’s comment section shared their thoughts.
Instagram user @farrahgray_ wrote, “I’ll forget how y’all tried to say she was ‘past her prime’ when she was 40 and living her best life. It’s never too late for anything you want, you just wait your turn.”
Another user, @cherell_aka_pepper, added, “I’m glad they kept that private & she’s pregnant. They knew she didn’t need that internet stress early in her pregnancy.”
Instagram user @trinidadrell commented, “Everybody business ain’t your business.”
Meanwhile, @supremeanita noted, “Just because they didn’t have a big wedding ceremony all over the internet doesn’t mean that they didn’t get married. People should mind their business. Congratulations to them!”
In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Ashanti opened up about Nelly’s proposal and their wedding plans. She described the proposal as a “beautiful, intimate moment” that took place while they were watching TV in bed.
“It was just such a beautiful, intimate moment,” she said. “We were not dressy… It was very, like, I had absolutely no idea… I gave him the biggest hug and kiss ever. I FaceTimed everyone I know… I was overjoyed and shocked and surprised and happy kind of like all in one.”
Ashanti also confirmed that she plans to give birth before their wedding ceremony, which she envisions as a beachfront event with “sunshine and palm trees.”
In the same interview, Ashanti revealed that they know the gender of their first child but are keeping it private for now.
News of their marriage comes as a surprise, especially since Ashanti had previously mentioned that the wedding would take place after the birth of their child. The couple, who announced their engagement in April, have been celebrating their marriage for months.
According to TMZ, public records show that Ashanti and Nelly were legally married on December 27, 2023, in St. Louis County. This revelation comes just days after Ashanti discussed their wedding plans and Nelly’s proposal in an interview with ET.
During the interview, Ashanti described the proposal as a spontaneous and intimate moment. “We were not dressy,” she said. “I cried. I gave him the biggest hug and kiss ever. I FaceTimed everyone I know… I was overjoyed and shocked and surprised and happy kind of like all in one.”
Ashanti also shared that they plan to have a big wedding with family and friends after the birth of their child. She emphasized the importance of a beach setting with “sunshine and palm trees.”
The couple’s rekindled romance has been a topic of interest for fans, especially given their history. Nelly and Ashanti initially dated in the early 2000s but split in 2013. They reconnected last year, much to the delight of their fans.
In a February 2023 interview with ET, Nelly spoke about how time had healed their past wounds. “Time does wonders for a lot of different things,” he said. “And time is one of those things that allows you time to reflect on what’s what, and you get a chance to see things in a different light and see your faults.”
Ashanti echoed similar sentiments in her latest interview, noting that their relationship has grown significantly. “The growth has been like superb, you know, like on both ends,” she said. “We are both at a place where like before, sometimes we would argue and walk out, slam the door, and not talk for a few days.”
She continued, “Now, it’s kind of like, ‘All right, you good?’ You know, give me a kiss goodbye and it’s over… It’s not like holding on and bickering and we find out what the resolution is. We apologize… It used to take me a little longer to apologize.”
As the couple prepares for the arrival of their first child together, fans are eagerly awaiting more updates on their journey. For now, it seems that Nelly and Ashanti are enjoying their private moments and looking forward to their future together.
