Alexis Bellino received an unforgettable surprise on her nine-month anniversary with John Janssen—an engagement ring. PEOPLE has confirmed that the Real Housewives of Orange County couple is officially engaged. Janssen, 61, proposed on August 27 during a romantic escape to San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara, California.
Bellino, 47, had been teasing fans with photos of their luxurious getaway on her Instagram Stories, expressing her excitement in a video showing off their room and private jacuzzi. She said, “My boo surprised me. This is unbelievable… I’m very happy, honey.”
Nine months of love celebrated with an engagement ring—Alexis Bellino and John Janssen are officially engaged
However, a post on August 28 revealed the true significance of the trip. The photo featured Bellino and Janssen together, with a sparkling cushion-cut diamond ring proudly displayed on her finger. “On Cloud 9,” Bellino captioned the post, celebrating their relationship and future together, adding, “And the answer is 100000000% yes.”
A representative for the couple confirmed the engagement, stating that Bellino and Janssen are excited to start their journey as husband and wife. The couple’s relationship first became public in December 2023, after meeting through mutual friends in Orange County in November.
Both Bellino and Janssen had recently ended long-term relationships, which created a deep connection between them. Their mutual experiences as newly single individuals helped them bond further, allowing their relationship to blossom.
Since then, the couple has shared their love story with the world, posting about date nights, family outings, and romantic vacations. Janssen even gave Bellino a promise ring for Christmas 2023, symbolizing their commitment.
Despite backlash from Housewives fans, Bellino and Janssen have remained strong, focusing on their future together and moving forward as a couple.
