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'90 Day Fiancé' Alum Chantel Everett Engaged to Girlfriend Ashley Bowen in Romantic Castle Proposal
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Chantel Everett, a prominent figure from the TLC series 90 Day Fiancé and its spin-off The Family Chantel, has entered a joyful new phase in her life. On December 23, 2025, she publicly confirmed her engagement to girlfriend Ashley Bowen, a music artist, via Instagram and interviews with media outlets. The announcement came six days after the proposal on December 17, 2025, at Uhuburg , a Renaissance-style castle in Helen, Georgia, celebrated for its philosophical and festive atmosphere.
Everett, who divorced Pedro Jimeno in 2022 after a tumultuous relationship documented on the shows, began exploring her sexuality post-divorce. She first shared her story publicly during an episode of 90 Day: Hunt for Love, the inaugural season featuring 90 Day Fiancé singles seeking love at a resort. There, Everett revealed that Bowen, initially a friend connected through her family, had confessed romantic feelings and shared a kiss after a night involving wine. Everett described the moment as shocking, nearly causing her to faint, but one she ultimately welcomed as it prompted reflection on her attractions to women.
Bowen knew Everett's mother, Karen Everett, and her brothers before growing closer to Chantel, fostering a strong platonic bond. The shift to romance occurred gradually, with Everett needing time post-divorce to process her feelings. After pulling away from their first kiss—stating she did not want to complicate a friendship—Everett reconsidered during Hunt for Love. She asked Bowen to leave for space, but later recognized the kiss as positive, leading to their official relationship shortly after the show.
By the Hunt for Love Tell All, the couple was together, though not without family scrutiny. Karen Everett expressed concerns, believing Bowen may have used her friendship to approach Chantel, and cited certain actions that gave her pause. Despite this, Everett has described the partnership as healthy and safe, contrasting sharply with her past marriage's drama. The pair now shares updates on their joint Instagram account, Chant Ashley Diaries , including behind-the-scenes moments.
The engagement unfolded during what Everett thought was a photo and video shoot at the castle. Bowen surprised her by dropping to one knee, presenting a ring and performing an original song titled "Duet for Juliet." In a joint statement to People, they said, “Our love feels like it was written in the stars. So romantic, so authentic, so raw. We love that about ourselves. We love that about our love story.”
TLC amplified the news via the official 90 Day Fiancé Instagram page , where Everett held up her ring as both declared their engagement. The network captioned it to confirm wedding plans, distinguishing it from show teases. Outlets like TV Insider and Yahoo echoed the confirmation from the couple and TLC.
Everett's journey resonates within LGBTQ+ communities, highlighting fluid sexuality and the courage to pursue authentic relationships after heterosexual marriages. Her openness on national television provides visibility for bisexual and queer women navigating similar paths, emphasizing self-discovery without pressure to label prematurely. In a September 2025 interview, Everett expressed optimism for their growth and openness to future 90 Day projects.
The engagement underscores affirming narratives in reality TV, where LGBTQ+ stories gain mainstream traction. Couples like Everett and Bowen demonstrate that love transcends prior experiences, fostering inclusive dialogues on diverse identities. As they plan their wedding, fans anticipate more updates, celebrating this milestone in Everett's evolving story.
