On August 17, former Disney star Bella Thorne shared a post on Instagram showing photos and clips of herself proposing to her fiancé Mark Emms. The move caused mixed reactions from fans, including harsh criticism from some followers. The actress revealed that Emms had actually proposed to her two years ago, before she decided to make a proposal of her own in return.
Indeed, even though feminism is largely the new normal, many women still dream of the day the love of their life will get down on one knee with a little velvet box. However, there are a few pioneering women out there who are trying to level the playing field when it comes to proposals!
It's time to share the money-making, the housework, the childcare, and the vomit-inducing terror of asking someone to marry you. Let's see which other famous women have broken tradition and popped the question first. Click through the gallery to get started.