NEWS OF THE WEEK: Robin Thicke proposes to April Love Geary for second time
On Sunday, the model shared a series of photos showing herself and Robin on the steps of the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes. 'Robin surprised me during our trip to Cannes by proposing to me again with a new ring that one of my best friends (Nikki Erwin) @nikkiwhatnikkiwho and @establishedjewelry made, I'm so obsessed with it, thank you!!! This trip was such a dream. I love you so much @robinthicke.' April went on to praise Ali Lasky for helping to organise the special moment.
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