She’s finally said it. After months of us squinting at low-res paparazzi shots and zoom-enlarging every single one of her Instagram "photo dumps," we have a real answer. Dua Lipa is officially engaged to Callum Turner. The "Training Season" singer basically ended the internet’s guessing game in June 2025 during a sit-down with British Vogue. It wasn't some cryptic riddle or a "sources say" leak. It was a straight-up "Yeah, we’re engaged." Honestly, it’s kinda refreshing. In a world where every celeb relationship feels like a 4-D chess move of PR stunts, Dua and Callum just... happened. They’re that couple you see walking their dog in London on a random Tuesday, looking like they haven't brushed their hair but still making everyone else look like they’re trying too hard.
The Ring Everyone Kept Missing
Let’s talk about that rock. People were actually debating this for ages. Most fans first clocked it during her 2024 Christmas posts, but it wasn't the typical giant, protruding diamond you’d expect from a global pop star. It’s a "cigar band" style—a thick, 18k yellow gold band with a round-cut diamond (experts think it’s around 2 to 4 carats) set low into the metal.
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Turner didn't just walk into a store and point at something shiny. He reportedly worked with Dua’s sister, Rina, and some of her closest friends to get it right. It’s very "if you know, you know." It doesn't scream for attention, which is why it took months for the mainstream media to finally confirm what the eagle-eyed fans already knew. Industry jewelers like Susie Saltzman have pointed out that this chunky, bezel-mount look is a massive departure from the "solitaire on a thin wire" trend we’ve seen for the last five years.
How the "Meet-Cute" Actually Happened
Forget Tinder. Forget Hollywood mixers. These two met over a book. Seriously.
As they told British Vogue, they first crossed paths at The River Cafe in London (introduced by co-founder Ruth Rogers), but the spark didn't really hit until a second "serendipitous" encounter in Los Angeles. They were both at a restaurant, and Callum noticed they were reading the exact same book: Trust by Hernán Díaz. Callum’s opening line? "So we’re on the same page."
Corny? Maybe. Effective? Clearly.
They went from a slow dance at a Masters of the Air afterparty in January 2024 to being the most "aesthetic" couple at Glastonbury by July. They even did the "Bennifer" yacht tribute where he applied sunscreen to her in a way that had the tabloids working overtime.
Why the Wedding Isn't Happening Tomorrow
If you're waiting for a massive "Royal Wedding" style ceremony this summer, you might want to chill. Dua has been pretty vocal about not being in a rush. Between the Radical Optimism world tour and Callum’s filming schedule—he’s currently a frontrunner for the next James Bond role, according to some very loud industry whispers—they’re basically just living in the "engaged" bubble.
Dua admitted she’d never really been the type of girl to dream about her wedding day or what kind of bride she’d be. She's focused on the "growing old together" part rather than the "spending $5 million on a party" part. That said, she did joke that she’s now suddenly thinking, "Wait, what would I wear?"
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What You Should Know About the Timeline:
- January 2024: First spotted getting cozy at the Masters of the Air premiere party.
- July 2024: Went Instagram official with a post from Glastonbury.
- Christmas 2024: The "soft launch" of the ring on Instagram.
- May 2025: Red carpet debut at the Met Gala.
- June 2025: Official confirmation of the engagement.
- January 2026: Photographed looking very much together while walking their dog in London.
The Reality of Celebrity Commitments
It’s easy to look at them and see a "power couple," but Dua has hinted that this relationship feels different because of the "forgiveness and learning" she went through after her high-profile split from Anwar Hadid in 2021. She spent a good amount of time being single—what she calls her "training season"—and it seems like she actually used that time to figure out what she wanted.
Callum seems to be that "solid support." He's less about the flash and more about consistency. In an interview with The Sunday Times late last year, he described love as an "amalgamation" of the little things, not just grand gestures.
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Next Steps for Fans:
If you're looking to keep up with the couple, keep an eye on Dua’s "Service95" newsletter, where she occasionally drops more personal recommendations and life updates. While a wedding date hasn't been set, the couple's "two-and-a-half-week rule" (they won't spend longer than that apart despite their schedules) means you'll likely see them popping up together in London or NYC more frequently as the tour progresses.
Watch for the next Met Gala or major award show—that’s usually where these two choose to make their rare, coordinated public statements. For now, the "gold girl" is just enjoying her gold band.