Marriage Proposal Under Sharks - James Hetfield proposes underwater to Adriana Gillett in whale shark dive
Metallica frontman James Hetfield has announced his engagement to fashion designer Adriana Gillett. The 62-year-old rock star proposed underwater while swimming with whale sharks on Gillett's birthday. A photo shared on Metallica's Instagram confirmed the news, showing her accepting the proposal with a handwritten sign reading, Will you marry me?
Hetfield and Gillett made their first public appearance as a couple at a red-carpet event in 2024. The proposal took place on March 13, during a dive surrounded by whale sharks. The musician, known for his powerful stage presence, chose an intimate moment beneath the waves to ask for her hand in marriage.
This will be Hetfield's second marriage. He was previously married to Francesca Tomasi from 1997 until their divorce in 2022. The couple had three children together: daughters Cali and Marcella, and son Castor. Gillett, a fashion designer, shared the underwater moment on social media. The image captured the sign floating between them, with her nodding in agreement. Fans and followers quickly congratulated the pair on their engagement.
The engagement marks a new chapter for Hetfield, who has been open about his personal life in recent years. The underwater proposal, set against the backdrop of whale sharks, adds a unique touch to their relationship. The couple's public debut earlier this year had already sparked interest, and their upcoming marriage is now confirmed.
