Chris Martin & Dakota Johnson's Decade-Long Secret Engagement Revealed

Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson got engaged years ago but were in no rush to get married.

The couple began dating in 2017 and has always kept their romance private.

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Johnson was spotted wearing an engagement ring in December 2020, confirming their engagement.

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Despite rumors and ups and downs in their relationship, the couple remains private about their engagement.

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Dakota Johnson's father, Don Johnson, expressed support for their relationship, emphasizing their happiness.

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The pair was first photographed together in 2017 and made their public debut at Stella McCartney's Autumn 2018 Collection.

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In 2021, they moved into a shared home in Malibu, and Johnson spoke about their cozy and private life.

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Despite privacy, glimpses of their life include Martin helping Johnson with technical difficulties during a Zoom event.

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Gwyneth Paltrow, Martin's ex-wife, praised Dakota Johnson, emphasizing their good friendship.

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Representatives for Johnson and Martin have not commented on their engagement.

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