The Bold and the BeautifulStar Annika Noelle and Actor John Patrick Amedori Are Engaged: 'A Love That Grows Every Day' (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Annika Noelle and John Patrick Amedori.Photo:Heirlume photography

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John Patrick Amedori and Annika Noelle areengaged!

TheDear White Peopleactor, 37, popped the question to the soap star, also 37, in October during a romantic proposal at a place which “holds a special meaning to us,” they tell PEOPLE.

“He planned an entire day, full of activities that reflected the journey of our relationship thus far. From the experiences, to the food, to the music, it was incredibly thoughtful and personal to us,” says Noelle, who has played Hope Logan inThe Bold and the Beautifulsince 2018.

Annika Noelle and John Patrick Amedori.Heirlume photography

As for Noelle’s engagement ring, Amedori explains that he wanted “something elegant and classic that would also complement the future wedding bands we will be designing together.”

Adds Noelle, “I wasn’t the only one who got a ring,” referring to the signet-style jewelry piece she gave to Amedori for the occasion.

Annika Noelle and John Patrick Amedori’s rings.Heirlume photography

The two first met at Luna Luna, an exhibition in Los Angeles showcasing the world’s first art amusement park. “Ironically, there was an interactive piece where they asked us if we wanted to get married. Little did we know…” Noelle recalls.

She says finding love “wasn’t something we were expecting. But it was something we recognized very quickly. A kinship, a respect, a trust and a love that grows every day.”

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John Patrick Amedori and Annika Noelle.Heirlume photography

“From the moment I met her, I knew there was no hiding,” he explains. “She encourages one to be their truest self. She also has great taste in music.”

Noellecited Amedori’s “kind heart,” “quick wit” and “listening ear” as some of the qualities she loves most about her future husband.

“I am constantly in awe of his talent. He is so multifaceted, plus he makes me laugh,” she says, adding, “He’s a keeper.”

Noelle recently shared her support for Amedori onInstagram, posting clips from his various acting roles over the years, as she celebrated his latest role in the Starz seriesThree Women.

“When you swore you’d never date an actor but now get to watch him grow up on screen,” the two-time Daytime Emmy Award nominee wrote in text over the video. “I get to witness his talent and years of dedication … I cannot wait to watch what comes next.”

Noelle captioned the Sept. 6 post: “So proud of you@john_patrickamedori🤍. Cannot wait to watch#ThreeWomenon@starz.”

source: people.com