AJ Brown's John Legend-Infused Proposal: A Love Story Unfolding
A-J Brown, star player for the Eagles, pops the question in a romantic setting, featuring a performance by John Legend.
In a heartwarming burst of romance, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown took the big leap, making his proposal to girlfriend Kelsey Riley a star-studded affair featuring none other than John Legend himself.
Brown shared a video of the magical moment on Instagram, revealing that not only did their closest friends and family attend but also some of his Eagles teammates, such as DeVonta Smith and Jahan Dotson. The scene was set as Legend serenaded them with "You & I (Nobody in the World)" on the piano.
Reflecting on the special moment, Legend left a sweet comment, saying, "Congratulations to you both. Thank you for including me."
A.J. Brown's proposal came during a remarkable year, as he and the Eagles clinched victory at Super Bowl 59 by outsmarting the Kansas City Chiefs. Brown had a significant contribution, scoring a touchdown in the game.
Legend, a Grammy-winning artist famous for hits like "All of Me," first gained notoriety collaborating with Lauryn Hill and Jay Z.
Love in the Limelight: A.J. Brown's Proposal and John Legend
While details about the wedding remain under wraps, the proposal took place at the Four Seasons in Philadelphia—a city that continues to hold a special place for Brown and his fiancée[1]. Legend performed live for the event, adding a touch of star power to the heartfelt moment.
As summer approaches, wedding planning is likely in full swing for the loving couple, hoping for a smooth journey as they embark on this new chapter together.
Meanwhile, tensions are running high in the NFL scene as the Eagles' Howie Roseman reacts to the Falcons-Rams trade[3]. Additionally, Howie Roseman's insightful take on the Eagles' repeat quest is making waves among fans and pundits alike[5]. The team is also breaking new ground by being the first to sign a rookie contract after the NFL Draft[6].
Brown, who's coming off his third season with the Eagles, had a remarkable journey. He was traded from the Tennessee Titans during the 2022 NFL Draft and made a swift impact, accumulating nearly 1,500 yards and 11 touchdowns in his debut season with Philadelphia. In the following year, he had a similar yardage total but fewer touchdowns[7].
Despite missing four games due to injury in 2024, Brown still managed over 1,000 yards and seven touchdowns in 13 games[8]. He's a two-time Pro Bowler with the Eagles and has been named to three consecutive Second-team All-Pros[9].
The Eagles have reached two Super Bowls with Brown on the roster. Although they lost to the Chiefs the first time (38-35), Brown racked up 96 yards and a touchdown[10]. Brown was selected in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Titans, making one Pro Bowl and scoring 24 touchdowns with the Titans before the trade[11].
Brown shone while playing college football for Ole Miss from 2016 to 2018, being named First-team All-SEC in 2017 and 2018, with over 1,200 yards in both seasons[12].
- AJ Brown's recent college football journey includes his time at Ole Miss, where he was named First-team All-SEC in both 2017 and 2018.
- After a standout performance in college, Brown was selected in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, kickstarting his professional American-football career with the Tennessee Titans.
- Brown made a strong impact with the Titans, scoring 24 touchdowns before being traded to the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2022 NFL Draft.
- Brown has since excelled with the Eagles, accumulating nearly 3,000 yards and 22 touchdowns over the course of two seasons.
- Hopefully, Brown will continue his success in the NFL, potentially contributing to the Eagles' repeat quest for Super Bowl victories.
- In his personal life, Brown's engagement to Kelsey Riley was a star-studded event, featuring a performance by Grammy-winning artist John Legend.
