Ashanti In Her Gold Bikini Says Being Pregnant Is 'The Greatest Feeling'
By Alisan Duran on June 20, 2024 at 9:30 AM EDT
Ashanti, the multi-talented singer, actress, and songwriter, recently set the internet abuzz with her latest announcement!
Ashanti Shares Joyful News With Fans
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The 43-year-old Grammy Award-winning artist took to social media to share the joyous news of her pregnancy, revealing her growing baby bump in a stunning gold bikini. The 43-year-old star expressed her elation, describing pregnancy as "the greatest feeling" she has ever experienced.
Baby Bump On Display
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The "Foolish" singer posted a breathtaking photo on Instagram, where she is seen basking in the sunlight, her glowing skin accentuated by the shimmering gold bikini. The image, captured on a serene beach, beautifully highlights her baby bump, symbolizing her personal and professional journey.
In her heartfelt caption, Ashanti wrote, "The greatest feeling ever," while also crediting her photographer, Derek Blanks."
Compliments Flood In
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The post quickly garnered millions of likes and thousands of comments from fans, friends, and fellow celebrities who showered her with love and congratulations.
One person expressed, "The beach & swimsuit photo shoot was only right," while another added, "My inner 90's child is SCREEEAMMIINNGGG."
The third fan noted, "Ma'am … Ashanti 3.0 is a whole new celebrity a whole new brand a new reason you win #GameOver."
A fourth commenter wrote, "I've been waiting the whole pregnancy for the swimsuit photos."
Celebrating New Beginnings
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Ashanti has always been known for her powerful voice, captivating performances, and resilience in the entertainment industry. This new chapter in her life marks a significant milestone, adding motherhood to her list of accomplishments. Her fans, who have supported her through her musical and acting career, are thrilled to witness this new and exciting phase.
Ashanti and Nelly, the iconic duo known for their influential roles in the music industry, have thrilled fans with a double dose of joyous news. The couple recently announced their engagement and revealed that they are expecting their first child together. This heartwarming announcement has been met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans and fellow celebrities alike.
Embracing Motherhood
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"This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope and anticipation," the singer shared with Essence. "Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience."
The couple first ignited pregnancy rumors at the 11th Black and White Ball in December. While on stage together, Ashanti placed her hands on her stomach, and Nelly, noticing the gesture, did the same. The duo exchanged a quick glance before bursting into laughter, prompting fans to speculate that they might have baby news to share.
Three months earlier, the 49-year-old rapper confirmed during an appearance on the Boss Moves with Rasheeda show that he and Ashanti had rekindled their romance and were back together.
"It wasn't anything that we planned. We both were pretty much doing what we do," he explained. "But sometimes, being separate, you understand one another more. You could be like, 'Well yo, let me exactly see maybe what they see.' We all can be defensive sometimes in our own relationships. We know we wrong but we going to stand on it, you know what I mean? But we all a victim to that."