Ashanti shows baby bump for first time after announcing Nelly engagement


by The Independent

The Independent— Ashanti has shown off her baby bump for the first time after she announced her pregnancy and engagement to Nelly. The singer, 43, debuted her bump on her Instagram Stories on Thursday, 18 April, wearing a blue dress featuring a one-shoulder cape. Ashanti and Nelly, 49, rekindled their relationship after first being linked in 2003. This is the first time the couple are expecting a child together. Nelly has four children; a son and daughter with former partner Channetta Valentine and two adopted...

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Los Angeles Times—Ashanti and Nelly confirm they're engaged and having a baby, baby, baby, baby, baby. It's true! Ashanti is expecting her first child with longtime love Nelly. The "Baby" singer and the "Hot in Herre" rapper confirmed months of pregnancy rumors Wednesday after much speculation about their growing family. They also confirmed that they're engaged. "This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation," Ashanti told Essence. "Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so...

@HipHopWired—Baby On Me: Ashanti & Nelly Announce Engagement & Pregnancy. Ashanti and Nelly reunited back in 2023, rekindling a romance that began two decades prior just as their respective careers were in full swing. Now, the beautiful couple have announced some big news that was delivered in super cute fashion. Ashanti, 43, spoke exclusively with ESSENCE to reveal that their pair are now engaged and are currently expecting their first child together. This will be baby number one for the songstress while Nelly, 49, has children from previous relationships along with...