Two years following the initial proposal, she is now taking action.
Bella Thorne, the actress known for her roles in "Midnight Sun" and "Vacation Friends", made a unique move in the world of celebrity proposals when she proposed to her partner Mark Emms on August 16, 2025. This dual proposal, which came exactly two years after Emms' initial proposal in May 2023, has sparked a wide range of public reactions, with some celebrating the move as a progressive and sweet gesture, while others criticized or questioned it.
The couple first met in 2022, and Emms proposed with a 10-carat emerald-cut diamond ring at Thorne's California home. Thorne, who described their first meeting as "love at first sight", marked the anniversary of their engagement by proposing to Emms in a reversal of tradition. She shared the moment on Instagram with the caption: “3 years ago we met, 1 year later he proposed, now 1 year later so did I”.
Public responses were sharply divided. Supporters saw Thorne's proposal as a refreshing challenge to outdated norms that expect only men to propose. Critics, however, expressed confusion or discomfort, with some suggesting that proposals should not be normalized from women to men, reflecting lingering traditional views on gender roles.
Thorne herself acknowledged the split, noting in a now-deleted Instagram story that comments were "totally split down the middle" between fans who supported and opposed her action. The controversy reveals broader societal conversations about evolving expectations of gender and romance. While opposition often stems from ingrained sexism and rigid tradition, many celebrate such moments as symbols of equality and personal expression in relationships.
The couple, who have been openly affectionate about their relationship, have plans for a countryside wedding in the UK, with Thorne expressing a desire for a wedding on an English country estate, which is Emms' home, two years ago.
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