AJ Odudu flashes huge diamond ring after getting engaged to secret boyfriend
The Celebrity Big Brother host, 37,
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AJ Odudu showed off her huge engagement ring as she enjoyed a tasty breakfast
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AJ hard launched her relationship by announcing their engagement
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She introduced her hunky man at the same time she announced they were engaged to be married.
Now the loved-up TV host has given fans a closer look at her ring, which one diamond expert has valued at £14,500.
In the picture, which was taken in Seattle, Washington, a relaxed
Grinning behind her mug, AJ's hand rests on her face with ring taking centre stage.
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Zack Stone, from
UK retailer
"At its heart is a 1.5-carat cushion-cut diamond, known for its romantic, pillow-like shape and vintage charm.
"The centre stone is set in a cluster setting, where smaller diamonds delicately encircle the main gem, enhancing its brilliance and symbolizing the strength and support of a close-knit bond.
"The entire setting appears to be crafted in classic yellow gold, a timeless choice that represents warmth, tradition, and enduring love.
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"Altogether, it's a ring that blends elegance with meaningful symbolism - a truly fitting piece for such a joyful announcement. I'd estimate it to be worth $20,000."
Big Brother's AJ Odudu looks stunning as she strips off to barely-there bikini in Ibiza
Taking to Instagram, she wrote: "Hiya love," followed by a heart, ring and puppy eyes emoji.
While the presenter star didn't reveal the name of her man, she shared a string of loved-up snaps in which they embraced and kissed inside a photo booth.
Another
snap
saw AJ proudly show off her sparkler while wearing a gorgeous feathered dress.
Her partner - who had not previously been known by fans - looked suave in a cream suit, layered above a black tank top.
The Strictly star's post attracted heaps of comments from her celeb friends, with
Jourdan Dunn added: "Congratulations!!!" while
Joe Baggs, Henry Southan and Yinrun Huang also sent their love.
Up until now, AJ had been believed to be single.
In December 2021, there were rumours when she was on Strictly that she was dating her dance partner
When quizzed on Strictly: It Takes Two, the duo laughed and appeared awkward, before Kai explained: "If people react like this then it means we are doing something right, because that is the way the dance should be danced."
He went on to say they wanted to do the "passionate, fiery and intimate" dance justice.
"If people want to think that, then great but we are just doing our jobs, she was doing her job," he added.
During her time on Channel 4's Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, AJ gave an insight into her previous relationships.
TV presenter AJ does not have any children.
She said: "I've been cheated on by three ex-boyfriends.
"One of them was sleeping with my best friends."
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Last month she shared a string of loved-up snaps with her beau
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The happy couple embraced and kissed inside a photo booth
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AJ hosting Celebrity Big Brother with Will Best
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