AJ Pritchard's fiance flashes HUGE engagement ring three months after proposal
The model, 30, showed off the dazzling rock on social media - three months after AJ's sweet Hyde Park proposal.
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The brunette beauty flaunted the sparkling rock as she shared snaps on Instagram in a glammed up photoshoot.
AJ, 29, looked just as smitten, keeping close to his bride-to-be as they celebrated the milestone in style.
Zara looked stunning in a satin backless dress with a plunge neckline in a gorgeous lemon yellow colour.
With a slick back ponytail, the model completed her ensemble with a pair of heels and silver jewellery.
While her fiancé wore a matching linen shirt in the same colour, white trousers and tinted sunglasses.
The TV personality captioned the post: "Somehow, you reached a part of my soul I didn't know was waiting for you. Blink, I can't wait to spend forever loving you."
AJ shared the romantic moment of his proposal to girlfriend Zara in March.
The former Strictly dancer surprised his partner while they were doing a dance routine in Hyde Park.
After revealing the ring, AJ then proceeded to ask: "Zara, will you marry me?"
Visibly shocked, Zara replied: "You're lying. You're actually lying", while saying: "What's going on?"
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An emotional AJ told her: "I love you so much and it's just... I can't even get my words out. I had a whole thing planned in my head."
The couple have dated for two years before AJ popped the question.
A few days later, they celebrated Zara's 30th birthday with friends at a lavish restaurant.
Zara wore a busty red top and a white mini skirt with matching knee boots.
She posted a photo to her Instagram stories of her left hand with a dazzling diamond ring with a caption reading: "MISS ENGAGED @zarazoffany."
Fans are convinced the wedding is just around the corner, with the couple dropping cryptic hints about a glamorous big day.
But will it be a star-studded affair or an intimate romantic getaway?
AJ and Zara first crossed paths while filming Channel 5's The Challenge in 2022.
The reality show brought them together, and sparks flew quickly.
Their romance became public soon after, with AJ confirming their relationship during a shopping trip in London, where they were spotted sharing a kiss.
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