Ashanti and her fiancé Nelly are stepping into the reality TV spotlight! Sources confirmed to theJasmineBrand that the newly engaged couple has secured their own reality show, set to start pre-production soon. The filming will take place in Nelly’s hometown of St. Louis. Earlier this year, Ashanti announced her pregnancy, marking her first child. Nelly, on the other hand, is already a father to daughter Chanelle, 30, and son Cornell Haynes III, 25, from his previous relationship with Channetta Valentine. The couple, who initially dated for a decade before splitting in 2013, rekindled their romance in April 2023. Details about the show remain under wraps.
Recently, Ashanti and Nelly hosted their second baby shower, celebrating their upcoming arrival. Ashanti looked stunning in white at the event, held at Cheka Castle in Huntington, New York. Friends and family gathered to share in the joy of Baby Haynes’ impending arrival. Fans were thrilled, with one commenting, “I think we all agree Ashanti DESERVES all this love and happiness!” Another added, “Being pregnant & genuinely happy looks so beautiful on her.”
Ashanti had previously shared the exciting news of her pregnancy, expressing her joy: “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.”
Recalling Nelly’s sweet proposal, Ashanti revealed it happened while they were watching TV in bed. Dressed in his T-shirt and boxers, she was overwhelmed with emotion: “I cried, I gave him the biggest hug and kiss ever. I FaceTimed everyone I know—I was overjoyed and shocked and surprised and happy, kind of like all in one.” She also emphasized their strong bond, saying, “We are so, so aligned.”