Pregnant Ashanti, 43, and boyfriend Nelly, 49, are a sweet duo as they perform together at the E11VEN 10th Anniversary event in Miami
Ashanti put on a stylish show as she joined her boyfriend Nelly on stage as they performed together in celebration of E11Ven’s 10th anniversary in Miami on Friday.
The Silly hitmaker, 43 – who is expecting her first child with the Hot In Herre rapper, 49 – was seen with a big smile as she stood close to her boyfriend as they sang a few songs together.
The couple was later joined by fellow music artist Fat Joe during the fun party at the Miami nightclub.
Ashanti dressed to impress in a pink Balenciaga jersey dress with a hem that stopped a few inches above her knees.
The mother-to-be also donned a pair of bright pink heeled ankle boots with silver stud embellishments.
Ashanti, 43, put on a stylish show as she joined her boyfriend, Nelly, 49, on stage as they performed together in celebration of E11Ven’s 10th anniversary in Miami on Friday
The Silly hitmaker dressed to impress in a pink Balenciaga shirt dress with a hem that stopped a few inches above her knees
Her locks were pulled away from her face, easily revealing a pair of dazzling silver hoop earrings that she wore to accessorize the evening’s look.
The star also opted for other statement jewelry, including Chanel pearl necklaces and glittering bracelets on each of her wrists.
As a finishing touch, she also opted for a large, silver watch on her left wrist, with some bright pink shades that coincided with the color scheme of her outfit.
Nelly was spotted at the festivities wearing blue pants and a plain white T-shirt.
The Country Grammer artist also slipped into a pair of white sneakers tied with laces.
He added a chunky silver chain necklace that rested on top of the short-sleeved shirt, as well as stylish sunglasses and a luxurious watch on his left wrist.
The lovebirds – who were confirmed to be dating again last year in September 2023 – were seen dancing and performing together on the small stage at the nightclub to kick off the venue’s 10th anniversary.
Fat Joe also joined the couple to join in the fun as the crowd excitedly cheered on the music performers.
The mother-to-be also donned a pair of bright pink heeled ankle boots with silver stud embellishments
Her tresses were pulled away from her face, easily revealing a pair of dazzling silver hoop earrings that she wore to accessorize the look for the night.
The star also opted for other statement jewelry, including Chanel pearl necklaces and glittering bracelets on each of her wrists.
The Country Grammer artist also slipped into a pair of white sneakers tied with laces
He added a chunky silver chain necklace that rested on top of the short-sleeved shirt, as well as stylish sunglasses and a luxurious watch on his left wrist.
Fat Joe also joined the couple to join in the fun as the crowd excitedly cheered on the music performers
Also during the event, the Rock With U singer and her boyfriend paused for a few photos before taking the stage.
Ahead of the big night, Ashanti took to her main Instagram page to tease her performance with Nelly at E11VEN.
She wrote to her 8.3 million fans and followers: ‘Miami!!!!! Tonight is the day!!!! Me and @nelly @11miami 10 year anniversary party!!!! See you there!!!’
The rapper also shared the same teaser on his Instagram account, typing, “Miami, this one has gone crazy!!! I @ashanti Friday February 2nd… @11miami 10th anniversary celebration!!!’
Late last year in December, a source inquired We weekly that both stars ‘welcome their first baby together’ – shortly after pregnancy rumors emerged.
That same month, the two had attended the 11th Black and White Ball in St. Louis, and at one point Ashanti was seen placing her hands on her stomach while Nelly mimicked the same action.
Although this will be Ashanti’s first child, Nelly is already father to Chanelle and Cornell Hayes III, whom he shares with ex Channetta Valentine.
Earlier that same year, the rapper confirmed that he was dating Ashanti again – ten years after their relationship ended.
Also during the event, the Rock With U singer and her boyfriend paused for a few photos before taking the stage
Ahead of the big night, Ashanti took to her main Instagram page to tease her performance with Nelly at E11VEN
Late last year in December, a source told Us Weekly that both stars were “welcoming their first baby together” – shortly after pregnancy rumors emerged; seen in June 2023 in Atlanta
During the day an interview with then-Love and Hip Hop stars Rasheeda and Kirk Frost, he revealed, “Yes, we’re cool again.”
He also explained, “I think it surprised both of us. It wasn’t anything that I don’t think was planned.”
The star added that their time apart was helpful and had a positive impact on the two. “We both kind of did what we do.”
‘But sometimes you understand each other better when you are separated. You might say, “Well, maybe show me exactly what they see.”
“We can all be defensive in our own relationships at times. We know we’re wrong, but we still insist, you know what I mean? But we are all victims of that,” he said.
Ashanti also confirmed that the couple had rekindled their romance and opened up People at the time: “We’re in a great space, everything is positive, we’re having a lot of fun.”
The pair previously dated from 2003 until their split in 2013.
Before publicly confirming they were back together, they notably fueled relationship rumors when they were spotted holding hands in Las Vegas last April.
The star added that their time apart was helpful and had a positive impact on the two. “We both kind of did what we do. But sometimes you understand each other better when you are separated’
Ashanti has been busy throughout 2024 so far, recently touring Australia for JuicyFest in January; seen in Perth in January
A few months later, in June, Ashanti and Nelly attended the third annual birthday ball for Pierre “P” Thomas, CEO of Quality Control.
Ashanti has been busy throughout 2024 so far and recently went on tour in Australia for JuicyFest in January. The singer made stops in cities such as Perth, Melbourne and also Sydney.
Nelly will also tour later this year as the opening act of Janet Jackson’s Together Again Summer Tour.
The pair will take the stage for a total of 35 dates, with the first concert kicking off on June 4 in Palm Desert at the Acrisure Arena.