Georgina said ‘yes': Cristiano Ronaldo's love story hits a new milestone
From their chance meeting in a Gucci store to navigating immense fame, personal loss, and raising five children together, the couple's journey is extraordinary.
With Rodríguez's rise as a model, entrepreneur, and reality star alongside Ronaldo's legendary career, their engagement marks yet another milestone in their captivating love story.
After nearly a decade of romance that has captivated the world, soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, and his longtime partner, Georgina Rodríguez, 31, are officially engaged.
Her announcement, a picture of a giant sparkler on her finger, triggered waves of celebration across social media, marking an exciting new chapter for one of the most famous couples on the planet.
'Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives,' read her caption.
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From Gucci assistant to global icon
Their love story began in a way that seems straight out of a movie. According to People, Georgina worked as a sales assistant at a Gucci store in Madrid in 2016 when she first met the Portuguese footballer.
As she recounted in her hit Netflix reality series, I Am Georgina, she was stunned when Ronaldo began picking her up from work in flashy cars like his Bugatti. The couple made their relationship public in January 2017, and since then, Rodríguez has gone from living a quiet life to one of global prominence.
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and raised in Spain, Rodríguez has established herself as a model, entrepreneur, and social media influencer. With 68.5 million followers on Instagram, her reach is immense, and her Netflix series has been a key factor in her rise.
The show, which premiered in January 2022 and has run for three seasons, offers an intimate look at her life, chronicling her journey from humble beginnings to a powerhouse in her own right. It also gave people a glimpse into her resilience, particularly after the tragic loss of her twin son, Ángel, in 2022.
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Family is a significant part of their bond. Together, they are raising five children. The eldest is Cristiano Jr, 15, Ronaldo's son from a previous relationship. The family also includes twins Eva Maria and Mateo, 8, born via surrogacy; Alana Martina, 7, the couple's first biological child; and Bella, 3. Bella's twin brother, Ángel, tragically died during childbirth, a profound loss the couple has shared openly with the world.
Rodríguez has described this period as both 'the best and worst moment of my life,' in past interviews praising Ronaldo's unwavering support as they navigated the grief together.
A rock for Rodríguez
For years, the couple faced unrelenting engagement rumours. Georgina appeared at media events wearing stunning diamond rings, and Ronaldo's own teasing comments about waiting for the 'right click' to propose didn't help the situation. The rumours reached a fever pitch in July 2024 when Ronaldo called her 'his wife' in an Instagram ad.
Her engagement ring is a magnificent, jaw-dropping oval-shaped diamond. While the exact cost remains a closely guarded secret, experts estimate its value could be several hundred thousand dollars.
Public reaction to the engagement has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans celebrating a milestone they have long awaited after years of following the couple's story marked by love, loss, and an endearing familial bond.
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