March 2016: Russell pops the question, proposing to Ciara on a private beach in the Seychelles. The NFL star announces the engagement on Instagram, writing, "She said Yes!!! Since Day 1 I knew you were the one. No Greater feeling."
July 2016: The pair marry in a gorgeous ceremony at the Peckforton Castle in Liverpool, England. While Ciara stuns in a custom Roberto Cavalli gown and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, Russell sports a black-and-white tux.
October 2016: On her 31st birthday, Ciara reveals that she and Russell are expecting their first child together. "On this special Birthday I received an abundance of love from friends and family," she writes on Instagram. "And I'm excited to Finally share one of the Greatest Gifts of All that God could give... 👶🏽🍼💃🏽☺️❤️."