Victor Cruz turned an ordinary Thursday evening into a momentous occasion.
The former New York Giants star and Super Bowl winner asked for Orange Calderon’s hand in marriage. Calderon, known for her work as an artist, record producer, and DJ, delighted fans by sharing images of the proposal on Instagram.
In her caption, Calderon playfully noted, “Mrs. Cruz” pairs well with her new 💍.
At 39, Cruz chose a dazzling oval-cut diamond to signify the next chapter of their romance, which first blossomed last year.
The couple fueled dating rumors with appearances at notable events like Coachella in April. Their social media has been filled with snapshots from recent travels, further hinting at their blossoming love.
Cruz, a Knicks fan, was also seen with the musical artist on celebrity row throughout the historic season that was capped off by an NBA title — a first in 53 years.
He was in attendance for Game 4 of the NBA Finals, witnessing OG Anunoby’s show-stopping game-winning tip-in that gave the Knicks a commanding 3-1 series lead.
“Still not over this! @nyknicks,” Cruz wrote on Instagram after the game.
The engagement comes five years after Cruz’s split from ex-girlfriend, actress Karrueche Tran, in February 2021.
The two were an item for three years before calling it quits due to long distance. At the time, Cruz lived in New Jersey with his daughter, Kennedy, while Tran was in Los Angeles.