Love celebrity proposals? Check out these romantic proposals that took place recently.

1. A Kenya Proposal

Prince William & Kate Middleton

The couple got engaged while on a romantic getaway in Kenya. “It was very romantic”, Kate said in a press conference shortly after the announcement, ” and very personal to Africa.” The Prince proposed to her with the iconic blue sapphire engagement ring worn by his late mother, Princess Diana.

2. A Holiday Proposal

Sherri Shepherd & Lamar Sally

Lamar proposed on December 2010 after the couple arrived back from a trip. Sherri was surprised to see their accommodations had been decorated with lights, her dog was wearing a Santa beard and hat, and in the middle of a dish of Sherri’s favorite candy was a tiny little box, according to  a statement made by Sherri’s rep.

3. A Beach Proposal

Vanessa Minnillo & Nick Lachey

Nick proposed to Vanessa on a beach in California. ” This was a carefully calculated plan. You have to set the romance, but you have to take it in phases.” Nick told Entertainment Tonight. After Nick presented Vanessa with an asscher cut diamond ring flanked with trapezoids, he then got down on not one, but both knees, or as Nick referred to as the ” full begging position”.

4. A Romantic Swiss Proposal

Shania Twain & Frédéric Thiébaud

It’s the tabloid story you can’t make up even if you tried: the country singer found love with the man who’s wife stole her husband! Shania and Frédéric had a romantic engagement in Switzerland in late 2010. Frédéric worked with jeweler Lorraine Schwartz to design the 3-carat, emerald-cut engagement ring worth an estimated $100,000. ” Frédéric has been a true gift to me as a compassionate, understanding friend and over time, an amazing love has blossomed from this precious friendship.” Shania wrote to her fans.

5. A Unique Ring Proposal

Jessica Simpson & Eric Johnson

Pop singer Jessica Simpson and NFL player Eric Johnson got engaged on Nov. 11, 2010, after only six months of dating. Jessica called the proposal “a total surprise” on The Early Show. ” I had to seat down on his knee; I was to shocked to realize what was happening.” Eric proposed with an unconventional ruby and gold engagement ring, which Jessica adored.