When She Popped the Question: Celebrity Women Taking the Lead in Love
Pink & Carey Hart – The pop-rock star proposed to motocross racer Carey Hart during a race by holding up a sign that read, “Will you marry me?”
Britney Spears & Jason Trawick (Rumored) – Although never confirmed, rumors swirled that Britney proposed to her then-boyfriend during their relationship.
Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard – After the Defense of Marriage Act was overturned, Kristen tweeted a proposal to Dax, embracing love and equality.
Elizabeth Taylor & Michael Wilding – The Hollywood icon proposed to actor Michael Wilding in the early 1950s, taking control of her own love story.
Diane von Fürstenberg & Barry Diller – The fashion mogul proposed to media tycoon Barry Diller after years of dating.
Jennifer Hudson & David Otunga – Jennifer popped the question months after David proposed to her first — a sweet gesture of mutual love.
Zsa Zsa Gabor & Felipe de Alba – The glamorous actress was known for her boldness, including initiating at least one of her many proposals.
Queen Victoria & Prince Albert – Even royalty had to follow protocol; Victoria had to propose due to her higher royal rank.