Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston. Photo: MJA/FameFlynet Pictures
By Nic Baird
Actress Jennifer Aniston wore her enormous engagement ring out for a romantic Saturday night with fiancé Justin Theroux, according to UsMagazine.com. The two had a private table in the garden of Hollywood’s Chateau Marmont. The couple chatted and made subtle signs of affections, like Theroux reaching out to touch her hand during the meal. Although the actor-screenwriter proposed to Aniston back in August, the ring didn’t publicly debut until Oct. 6.
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The word is out! She said “yes” and Guy Ritchie could not be any happier. Recently confirmed by UsMagazine.com, the British director proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Jacqui Ainsley. Ritchie, 44, and Ainsley, 30, were at a dinner date last Sunday at Madeo Restaurant in L.A., where she showed off both her baby bump and her round-cut engagement ring. The baby-to-come will be the second child for Ainsley with her fiancé, one which she revealed to the world on the red carpet at the London premiere of the movie, The Dark Knight Rises. The happy couple has been dating since 2010. Before Ainsley, Ritchie ended an eight year marriage with Madonna in 2008, and shares two sons with her.
What are some cute ways to propose to your pregnant girlfriend?
Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise. Photo: FameFlynet.com
By Relationship & Sex Talk, Jane Greer, Ph.D., for GalTime.com
Katie and Tom? Kim and Kris? Seal and Heidi? Do you relate to any of these A-lister break-ups?
With all the celebrity divorces topping the news regularly, there is much to be learned from their trials, and in some cases, triumphs. Here are seven tips to help you steer clear of a Maria Shriver-Arnold Schwarzenegger un-hitching, or handle a divorce gracefully— if that’s the best route to take.
Elisha Cuthbert. Photo: David Gabber / PRPhotos.com
By Relationship & Sex Talk, Jane Greer, Ph.D., for Galtime.com
relationships and timing
Elisha Cuthbert, one of the stars of the ABC series Happy Endings, is proving that sometimes people do live happily ever after. It was recently announced that she and longtime boyfriend Dion Phaneuf, the Toronto Maple Leafs NFL hockey player, are engaged to be married after dating for four years. For some, that could seem like an eternity to wait.
But, what about the rest of us? It raises the question, how much time do you give a relationship before getting a proposal? And how long is too long?
Courtney Mazza and Mario Lopez. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Erin Minty
Host of Extra and America’s Best Dance Crew Mario Lopez held his bachelor party this past weekend at TAO Beach in Las Vegas. Among 15 of his closest buds, Lopez lounged in the sun, snacking on fresh fruit, sushi, crispy rice and quesadillas, reports People. No matter how much fun he had with the guys, however, it was his fiancé’s surprise addition to the all-boys weekend that was the showstopper. Courtney Mazza, who has been engaged to Mario Lopez since January, appeared during the bachelor party to perform with the Pussycat Dolls.
What are some ways you can contribute to your partner’s bachelor/bachelorette party?
Matthew Bellamy and Kate Hudson. Photo: GG/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Sarah Ribeiro
Engagement rings can be one of the most important elements in beginning a marriage. They signify the bond you have with your partner, their commitment to you, and the security of your relationship. Of course, there’s also the glamour and luxury that comes with a gorgeous diamond on your hand! Here are some celebrity engagement rings that perfectly represent both the strength and extravagance of celebrity weddings and marriages:
Decorated Olympic figure skater Michelle Kwan has another type of decoration to add to her collection–a diamond ring! Michelle Kwan got engaged to her boyfriend Clay Pell, 30, director for strategic planning on the National Security staff at the White House, on September 3rd. The 32-year-old athlete tellsPeople, “It was a simple decision and it made sense, that’s what’s so exciting to me.” Pell proposed on Block Island, off the coast of Rhode Island, after a day on the beach and swimming with the love of his life.
What are some ways to make a marriage proposal exciting?
In the season finale of Bachelor Pad, it was Nick Peterson that walked away with the $250,000 jackpot, leaving his partner, Rachel Trueheart, empty handed. However, Peterson was not the only one to come out a winner. A surprise ending to the show happened when Tony Pieper proposed to his girlfriend and partner, Blakeley Jones. It appeared as if both Jones, 28, and Chris Harrison, host of the show, were unaware of Pieper’s, 30, plans. According to People, Jones has been reported saying that although she knew she would marry Pieper someday, she had no idea when it would happen. Let’s hope their marriage is not as fast as their dating relationship.
What are some very public ways to propose marriage?
Jason Trawick and Britney Spears. Photo: KM/FAMEFLYNET
By Erin Minty
Britney Spears’ fiancée Jason Trawick is speaking out about how their relationship originally began. “It was kind of one of those things where she moved, like, turned around, so we were face-to-face and then …” said Trawick. Before he could continue, though, Spears stepped in and stopped the 40 year old from giving too many personal details away, according to People. From business to pleasure, the couple have been able to make things work, and hopefully Spears has finally found the one.
What are some unique ways to meet a potential partner?
Chad Kroeger and Avril Lavigne. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Erin Minty
The recently announced engagement between Avril Lavigne and Nickleback’s lead singer Chad Kroeger came as a big shock to fans around the world. Other people it came as a shock to were Chad’s parents. The couple admits to Hello! Canada magazine that Chad’s parents never met Lavigne before the engagement, reports UsMagazine.com. Kroeger says, “You never know what your parents are going to say when you tell them you’re getting married — especially when it’s with someone they haven’t met yet!” Apparently, he has never met the young singer’s parents either. The two seem very nervous about making a good first impression, but Lavigne adds, “Everyone is super stoked for us. The reaction from our friends and family has been awesome!”
What are some ways to impress your partner’s parents?
Elisha Cuthbert and Dion Phaneuf. Photo: David Gabber / PRPhotos.com
By Erin Minty
Canadian-born actress Elisha Cuthbert and her longtime boyfriend Dion Phanuef have become engaged. The NHL player proposed this weekend and sources confirm that she said “yes,” according to People. The actress is known for her current role on ABC’s hit TV show Happy Endings as well as her role on 24, while her new fiancée is famous on the ice as the captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The two have been dating since 2008, and are finally deciding to settle down together.
How do you know when you’ve been together long enough to get engaged?
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
By Erin Minty
The ever-elusive Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were finally spotted in France while in Le Touquet. The Hollywood couple owns a 1,000 acre estate in the south of France near Le Touquet, and both Pitt and his celebrity love are in Europe working on projects, with Jolie shooting Malificent and Pitt shooting The Counselor. According to recent celebrity gossip, their celebrity wedding is set for next spring. Though nothing has been confirmed, one insider tells UsMagazine.com, “Angelina wants a simple, joyous wedding.”
Hollywood couple Jolie and Pitt may have finally picked a celebrity wedding date. What are some ways to choose your wedding date?
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston. Photos: Andrew Evans / PR Photos; David Gabber / PR Photos
There has been a big hype about Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston’s recent engagement. The two had been dating for 15 months before the actor-screenwriter popped the question on the day of his birthday, August 10 in New York City. According to People, a close friend of Theroux claims, “He’s been dying to do it!” Aniston made Theroux’s 41st birthday one to remember by accepting the proposal, and she looks more in love then ever. The couple’s complimentary laid-back attitude makes them a perfect match, and friends and family couldn’t be more thrilled for them
What are some signs that it’s time to get engaged?
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston. Photo: KM/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Liz of WeLoveDates.com
I’ve always been fiercely and annoyingly Team Jen, so when the news of her celebrity engagement to Justin Theroux broke out, I was possibly a bit too excited. As a complete and utter romantic, I’m just happy she’s found her happy ending. In honor of America’s Sweetheart, here are four things Jennifer Aniston has taught me about relationships and love:
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston. Photo: David Gabber / PRPhotos.com
Jennifer Aniston may have found her true love. Justin Theroux, Aniston’s boyfriend of 18 months, has proposed, according to UsMagazine.com, and she said “yes”! This will be Aniston’s second marriage, her first being to Brad Pitt in 2000.
Kristin Cavallari is officially a mom! The Hills star gave birth to her first son, Camden Jack Cutler, with Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler on Wednesday. According to People, the 25-year old tweeted, “Being a mom is the most incredible feeling. I am so in love with this little boy!” Now that the couple has welcomed the new addition to their family, their wedding plans can go into full swing. The stars have been engaged since January after a short split.
How do you know if your partner will be a good parent?
Michael Polish and Kate Bosworth. Photo: Jonathan Shensa / PR Photos
It appears to be that Kate Bosworth considers Michael Polish as more then just her boyfriend. According to People, Bosworth was writing about her travels with Polish in a travel blog for Vogue, when the actress casually commented, “On our first day in Seoul, my fiancé, Michael Polish, and I venture out to discover Changdeokgung Palace.” The star in love has been with Polish for a year now, but is she hinting that there is a wedding sometime in the near future?
What are some ways to announce your engagement to friends and family?
Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied. Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
After costarring in the Black Swan, winning big at the Oscars and having a baby boy together, Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied have finally gotten married. UsMagazine.com confirms that the couple exchanged vows in a Jewish ceremony at a private home near Big Sur, Calif. They were married in the dark beneath a chuppah, a canopy placed over Jewish marriage ceremonies. Jeweler Jamie Wolf designed their wedding rings, which were made from recycled platinum and conflict-free diamonds. Though the couple keeps their personal life under wraps for the most part, Portman gave us a little insight into their relationship during her acceptance speech at the 2011 Oscars, calling Millepied “[her] beautiful love.”
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Although Jessica Biel has been with Justin Timberlake since 2007, and the couple announced their engagement this past January, she has done “almost nothing” to prepare for her wedding. In Biel’s eyes, there’s no reason to rush things. According to People, she said, “Being engaged is just absolutely amazing. You’re in this romantic, ahhhhh, breathless moment that I’m just trying to extend as long as possible.”
Jef Holm and Emily Maynard. Photo: Craig Sjodin/ABC
Emily Maynard’s fiancé Jef Holm certainly has had a lot to celebrate, including his 28th birthday. The recently engaged pair partied with friends in New York City, but they couldn’t keep their hands off each other. According to People, they were often seen “holding hands under the table.” Surrounded by guests, Holm was surprised with a birthday cake while out on the rooftop. With his new fiancée on his arm and a ton of guests all there for him, Holm “loved the attention” and the duo threw a great party.
What are some ways to surprise your partner with a birthday celebration?
Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Catriona McGinn. Photo: Tina Gill / PR Photos
Bells are ringing in honor of Mark-Paul Gosselaar … wedding bells, that is. The former Saved by the Bell star tied the knot with advertising exec Catriona McGinn in Sante Ynez, California on Saturday. According to People, jewelry designer Neil Lane says, “He was so excited to have found the woman of his dreams,” as he was preparing his proposal over a year ago. Now that the two are officially hitched, McGinn gains two steps kids from her hubby’s previous marriage… and let’s not forget that magical honeymoon to Italy.
How do you involve your partner in wedding planning tasks?
Jef Holm and Emily Maynard. Photo: Billy Bennight / PR Photos; SBMF/FameFlynet Pictures
At the end of The Bachelorette’s eighth season, Emily Maynard couldn’t be happier with her fiancé, Jef Holm. Maynard tells People, “There were many ups and downs, and at times things were very chaotic, but love is worth the chaos!” The reality star says that while she always dreamed of great love, she didn’t know that the love that she and Holm share even existed. After a failed first attempt at finding a man, Maynard reaches out to her fans stating, “Thanks again for the second chance and sticking with me until I got my fairy tale ending!”
James Righton and Keira Knightley. Photo: SGP/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
Keira Knightley and her musician fiancée James Righton are among many young, hot Hollywood couples. The Pirates of the Caribbean veteran and her talented man seem to be over-the-moon happy and in love since the announcement of their engagement in May. A source close to the pair tells UsMagazine.com, “Honestly, they’re great for each other. They love being engaged.” The future bride and groom have been dating publicly since April of last year.
Jenni "JWoww" Farley and Roger Matthews. Photo: Izumi Hasegawa / PR Photos
Jenni ‘JWOWW’ Farley is the next Jersey Shore member to tie the knot. Farley and boyfriend Roger Mathews are considering marriage, according to People. The pair, who have been together for almost two years, live together and are ready to make the next step.
How do you know when it’s time to consider marriage?