Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo.Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images
Olivia Culpocouldn’t be happier about her recent engagement to fiancéChristian McCaffrey.
In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the former Miss Universe revealed that it’s an absolute"thrill" to be engaged.
“I’m so excited,” Culpo, 30, tells PEOPLE while discussing herpartnership with evian Sparkling Carbonated Water for Coachella. “It’s been the thrill of a lifetime, honestly.”
The model seems to be reveling in her engagement toMcCaffrey.
“Fiancé,” Culpo captioned a stunning series ofphotos of the pair from their Utah vacation, hiking through a red rock canyon.
Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo.olivia culpo/instagram
Both sporting backpacks slung over their shoulders, McCaffrey, 26, wore black pants, black Nike sneakers and a hoodie, while Culpo was dressed fashionably in sand-colored boots and pants with a faux fur and brown leather jacket and stylish wide-brimmed hat.
One photo capturedthe newly engaged couplelooking up at the majestic natural surroundings, while another snapshot depicted them mid-smooch, standing on a rock.
After nearly four years of dating, the modelposted an engagement announcementto Instagram earlier this month. In the photo, the San Francisco 49ers running back was down on one knee while Culpo had her hands to her face in the milestone moment.
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“♾️4.2.23♾️,” the pageant queen captioned her post.
“We worked with Christianto thoughtfully design a ringthat encompassed Olivia’s trendsetting style while still remaining timeless — a beautifully cut Oval flanked with Epaulette side stones in a handcrafted gold and platinum setting,” shared Nicole Wegman, Ring Concierge founder/CEO.
Culpo and McCaffrey first sparked romance rumors back in May 2019, when he liked a photo Culpo posted on Instagram. A few months later, the two werephotographed taking a vacation to Mexico together.
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When the athlete was traded from the Carolina Panthers to the 49ers in October 2022, Culpo wrote that she was “so proud” of McCaffrey and told her followers how excited she was tohead back to the west coast.
“This city stole my heart and I’ll never forget the memories and people who made the last 3+ years so special,” she wrote. “I’ll miss you all so much and you’ll always hold a special place in my heart. I’m so proud of you Christian! Seeing your light shine is one of my favorite things in life and I’mbeyond excited and grateful for this next chapterin Cali, the place I’ve called home for the last 8 years. Niners Nation, let’s go!”
McCaffrey then referred to Culpo as the “best partner in crime” in the comment section.
source: people.com
