John Legend Engaged To Model Chrissy Teigen

John Legend, the 32-year-old nine Grammy Awards winner singer-songwriter and actor popped the question during a vacation in the Maldives, asking his girlfriend Chrissy Teigen to marry him over the holidays.

The couple confirmed the news in a statement to People. "John Legend and his girlfriend, model Chrissy Teigen, got engaged over the holidays while vacationing in the Maldives."

The couple began dating in 2007. Teigen is best known for her work as a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model. It's a big week for Legend, who will also celebrate his birthday Wednesday.

"We validate or shut down whatever each of us is doing," Legend told 'People' in May about how the pair help style one another. "(It's) all of the time. We were together when we picked out our clothes today. She's better (at it). It's harder to dress a woman -- there are so many options and accessories. For guys we only have so many elements."