Ashanti Shows Off Baby Bump Following Pregnancy Announcement with Nelly
In a radiant display of joy, Ashanti, the 43-year-old R&B sensation, proudly flaunted her baby bump at the POSSIBLE marketing conference in Miami, marking her first public appearance since confirming her pregnancy with longtime beau Nelly.
Wearing a figure-hugging blue dress that accentuated her burgeoning belly, Ashanti graciously posed for photographs, delighting onlookers with her undeniable glow. During her time on stage at the event, she further captivated the audience by gracefully twirling, eliciting cheers and applause.
The exciting news of Ashanti’s pregnancy emerged earlier in the week through an exclusive interview with ESSENCE magazine, where she not only confirmed her impending motherhood but also revealed her engagement to Nelly.
Expressing her gratitude and excitement for this new chapter, Ashanti remarked, “This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation. Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”
The announcement not only stirred anticipation among fans but also shed light on the rekindled romance between Ashanti and Nelly, who reignited their relationship last fall after a decade-long courtship that initially began in 2003.
Reflecting on their reunion, Nelly shared, “Yeah, we cool again. I think it surprised both of us. It wasn’t anything that I don’t think planned. I think we were both doing pretty much what we do. Sometimes being separate you understand one another more.”
Amidst the excitement surrounding Ashanti’s pregnancy, rapper Joyner Lucas disclosed that he had previously dated the songstress before her reconciliation with Nelly. Despite their past, Lucas expressed genuine happiness for Ashanti, praising her as an “amazing person” and offering heartfelt wishes for her journey into motherhood.
With her pregnancy journey now underway, Ashanti’s fans eagerly anticipate the arrival of her bundle of joy, while she continues to bask in the love and support of her growing family and dedicated supporters.
Check out photos and footage from the event below.
