French Montana and Dubai's Sheikha Mahra Announce Engagement

In a headline straight out of a modern fairy tale, Moroccan-American rapper French Montana is officially engaged to Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, princess of Dubai and daughter of the UAE’s ruler. The proposal went down in Paris during Fashion Week, where French made his runway debut before presenting Mahra with an 11.5-carat emerald-cut diamond ring worth over $1 million. The couple confirmed the news on Instagram with a simple sparked-filled post, sending fans and the fashion world buzzing.

Sheikha Mahra, 30, is known for her philanthropic work, luxury perfume line, and outspoken independence following her 2024 divorce. French Montana, born in Casablanca and raised in the Bronx, has built a global music career with hits like “Unforgettable” and remains a cultural bridge between hip-hop and his Moroccan roots. Together, the rapper and the princess embody the perfect blend of glamour and power—a love story that feels just as unforgettable as his biggest hit.