Normani is engaged. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans across both music and sports communities.
The “Wild Side” singer, 28, is set to marry sportsman DK Metcalf, with the wide receiver revealing the news when he described the former Fifth Harmony star as his fiancée while celebrating his trade from the Seattle Seahawks to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a second-round NFL Draft pick. The NFL Draft takes place April 24-26 and is a highly anticipated annual event with millions of viewers tuning in.
In a video posted on Instagram, the 27-year-old footballer gives a shoutout to his beautiful fiancée, saying he cannot wait to step onto the field with the rest of the Steelers’ Black and Gold Nation. The post quickly attracted substantial engagement from followers.
The post also included two photos of the pair posing alongside a Steelers helmet, with Normani offering a brief glimpse of her ring. Jewelry experts have suggested the diamond appears to be substantial and likely of significant value.
Normani shows off the bling
And during a press conference, DK — whose real name is DeKaylin Zecharius Metcalf — showed off his partner’s sparkler, urging her to “hold that rock up, baby.” The press conference was broadcast to Steelers fans across multiple platforms.
The former Seahawk revealed he had popped the question in front of both of their families in Houston. Family involvement in proposals has become increasingly popular among couples planning their engagements.
It was his sister’s spring break and he just thought about getting the whole family together for a big kumbaya and joining their families with a ring. Houston holds special significance as Normani’s hometown, making the proposal location particularly meaningful.
The singer, whose full name is Normani Kordei Hamilton, confirmed her relationship with Metcalf on Instagram in July 2023, and later revealed they had been introduced by Ciara and her husband, Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson. Celebrity introductions have led to many successful relationships in entertainment circles and if there’s a celebrity couple you can trust to set you up, the Wilsons are it. Ciara and Russell have maintained a strong marriage since 2016 and are respected for their relationship in the entertainment world.
Meawhile, Normani previously praised another of her friends, Ariana Grande, for being an incredible source of support. The two pop stars have maintained a close friendship since meeting at industry events.
She told E! News that Ari has been such an incredible support system for her. Grande has established herself as one of the most supportive figures in Normani’s professional network.
The “Dancing With a Stranger” singer delayed the release of her debut solo album Dopamine after both of her parents were diagnosed with cancer. However, Grande was a supportive presence throughout the difficult times. The album received positive critical reception upon its eventual release.
She shared that even just when her album came out, whatever she has released Grande is always one of the first to text her and just let her know how proud she really is. Dopamine represented a significant milestone in Normani‘s solo career journey.
Normani explained her pal has always gone above and beyond to support her in recent years. Their friendship has been evident through numerous interactions and public displays of support.
Normani said Ariana also knows what she has endured. This has not been an easy process for her, but she has been there really every step of the way and has always gone above and beyond to make sure that she knows how proud she is. It means a lot. Support among artists has proven essential for navigating the challenges of the entertainment industry.
The engagement marks an exciting new chapter for both the music star and the professional athlete as they blend their high-profile careers with their personal commitment. Fans have expressed enthusiasm for the couple’s future together in both entertainment and sports spheres.
