Another Diamond in the Collection: Bozoma Saint John Engaged to Keely Watson
I’m Sage Matthews, a cynical observer who’s seen it all, and I’m here to break down the latest celebrity engagement news. As I scroll through my feeds at 2 AM, shaking my head and muttering, “Of course this happened,” I’m reminded that love can be a beautiful thing, even if it does come with a hefty price tag. Bozoma Saint John, star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, has announced her engagement to Keely Watson, just 12 years after the death of her husband Peter Saint John. Because what’s a little grief when there’s love to be found, right?
Bozoma Saint John is adding another diamond to her collection, and this time, it’s an engagement ring from Keely Watson. The proposal took place on August 29 at BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood, California, in front of about 35 close family and friends. According to People Magazine, Bozoma shared her thoughts on the engagement, saying, “This engagement is my testimony: you can rise from grief, reclaim your joy, and still find a love worthy of your ‘yes.'” She added that Keely is “proof that God’s timing is perfect—and so is His plan.” Because, of course, divine intervention is required for a successful marriage.
The couple was set up through the wife of Keely’s nephew, Harmonia Rosales, an artist that Bozoma has purchased artwork from. Keely, an entrepreneur, traveled to Ghana to meet Bozoma for their third date, and it was clear that they were meant to be. He gushed about their relationship, saying, “After waiting so long to find the one, the right decision had been made and I felt like our love for one another would multiply.” Because who doesn’t love a good love story, am I right?
Keely spared no expense for the proposal, organizing everything himself with the help of Bozoma’s daughter, Lael, and her assistant, Nico. He ordered over 14 dozen roses and had a mega bouquet of 100 roses that he presented to Bozoma. The walkway was lined with a red carpet and candles, and a canopy draped in red was built for the proposal. The ring, customized by 3 Soul Diamond Jewelers, features a 4.2 carat oval-cut colorless center diamond set on an 18-carat gold band adorned with an additional 4.23 carats of diamonds. Because, let’s be real, a good engagement ring is worth at least a few hundred thousand dollars.
Bozoma, 48, was previously married to Peter Saint John for 10 years until his death from cancer in 2013. She’s come a long way since then, and it’s clear that she’s found love again. As she said, “I’m saying yes to life, to love and to the miracle of second chances.” Because who doesn’t love a good second chance, right?
In other celebrity engagement news, Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez announced their engagement in August after eight years together. Georgina shared the news alongside a photo of her stunning diamond ring, writing on Instagram, “Yes, I do. In this and all my lives.” Alaska Thunderfuck and Matthew Herrmann also got engaged, with the RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season two winner announcing the news on August 4. Talita von Furstenberg and Rocco Brignone got engaged after nearly seven years of dating, with fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg sharing the news on her Instagram. And finally, Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones got engaged at their alma mater.
As I wrap up this article, I’m left wondering what’s next for Bozoma and Keely. Will their love last, or will it succumb to the pressures of reality TV and entrepreneurship? Only time will tell, but for now, let’s just enjoy the romance.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, E! Online
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