Nelly Ashanti Married: Couple Tied Knot 6 Months Ago in Surprise Ceremony

Singer Ashanti, 43, and rapper Nelly, 49, secretly got married in December 2023 after announcing engagement and pregnancy.

Ashanti, 43, and Nelly, 49, reportedly got married on December 27, 2023, as revealed by documents obtained by PEOPLE on June 19. The couple had previously shared news of their engagement and pregnancy but kept their wedding under wraps.

In an interview with Entertainment Tonight earlier this week, Ashanti shared details about the proposal and her wedding plans. She described the intimate moment when Nelly proposed, joking about her casual attire of his T-shirt and boxers.

Ashanti celebrated her first Mother's Day as an expecting mother in May, posting photos on Instagram with Nelly and family members. The singer expressed gratitude for the special day and the upcoming journey of parenthood.

After dating in the early 2000s and rekindling their relationship in 2023, Ashanti and Nelly announced their engagement and pregnancy. The "Hot in Herre" rapper admitted on the Boss Moves with Rasheeda show that the reunion surprised both of them.

In an interview with Essence in April 2024, Ashanti shared her excitement about impending motherhood, calling it a blessing filled with love and hope. She also subtly confirmed their engagement by referring to Nelly as her "fiancé." Stay updated on the latest celebrity news and human interest stories by signing up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter.