Love is in the air for actor Duane Martin as he recently announced his engagement to actress and model Ashley Marie Jones. The couple's love story took a thrilling turn as Martin proposed during a private helicopter ride in California. The 58-year-old actor shared the joyous news on his Instagram, posting a video montage of Jones accompanied by Thee Sacred Souls' 'Can I Call You Rose?'.
With an ecstatic caption reading, 'She said YES ✨🎉,' Martin expressed his admiration for his soon-to-be wife. He described her as a rare gem, a heart-opener, and someone who possesses an incredibly uplifting spirit. Jones reciprocated the love by commenting, 'Excited to go on this journey with you. I love you big time 💕.'
In a subsequent post, Martin shared a video capturing the couple's romantic helicopter ride over Los Angeles. As they enjoyed the scenic view, Martin surprised Jones by presenting her with a ring and asking for her hand in marriage. Overwhelmed with joy, she happily accepted, sealing the moment with hugs, kisses, and the placement of the stunning diamond sparkler on her finger.
The actor expressed his gratitude to his followers for their support, writing, 'I wanted to share this wonderful moment with you guys 😊. Thank you all for your love and support.' Jones also shared the video along with her own heartfelt message, revealing that this unforgettable engagement coincided with her birthday. She exclaimed, 'This moment is surreal... 😍🙏💼 Wow, 2.2.24. A birthday surprise! 🥰 Y’all, I’m a fiancée!!!'
Jones continued by expressing her admiration for Martin, referring to him as an amazing man and emphasizing their deep connection filled with laughter and shared experiences. The couple received an outpouring of congratulations from their celebrity friends in the comments section of Martin's proposal video. Adrienne Banfield-Norris, known for her appearance on Red Table Talk, wrote, 'You put a ring on her! Huge congrats to you and Ash! We are so happy for you both ❤️.' Rapper MC Lyte also chimed in, sharing her excitement by saying, 'Incredible!!!! So happy and excited for you two!!!! Praying for the VERY BEST!!!! 🧶🧶.'
Prior to his relationship with Jones, Martin was married to actress Tisha Campbell for over two decades before their separation in 2018. The couple shares two sons, Xen, 22, and Ezekiel Czar, 14. Now, Martin embarks on a new chapter in his life, filled with love, adventure, and a promising future with his soon-to-be wife Ashley Marie Jones. The couple's engagement marks a beautiful moment of celebration and joy as they look forward to building a lifetime of happiness together.
