One of the most adored celebrity couples, NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns and model Jordyn Woods, have officially announced their engagement. The couple, whose relationship has captivated fans for years, took the next step in their romantic journey with a Christmas proposal, culminating a love story that began as a deep friendship.
A Christmas Eve Rooftop Proposal
On December 24, 2024, Karl-Anthony Towns, the 30-year-old center for the Minnesota Timberwolves (formerly referred to as an NY Knicks star in some reports), got down on one knee on a rooftop in New York City. The special moment was shared with Jordyn Woods' parents and her sister, making it an intimate family affair. The 28-year-old Woods announced the happy news on Instagram on Christmas Day, December 25, sharing pictures of the proposal with the caption "Marry Christmas...."
This engagement comes after the couple had been dating for five years, having confirmed their romantic relationship in May 2020. Rumours about a potential engagement had been swirling since October 2024, when Woods was spotted wearing a significant diamond ring. Their public relationship began when they made their Instagram debut as a couple in September 2020.
From Best Friends to Life Partners
The foundation of Towns and Woods' relationship is a longstanding friendship that predates their romance. In a 2021 interview, Towns explained how their bond evolved. "Me and Jordyn met years ago knowing common people and just became friends," he said. "And ever since then, our relationship grew where we became more than friends. I’m not saying [it] in that way, but just best friends. And then we started having a deeper relationship."
He credited the unique circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic for accelerating their decision to become more than friends. "It just so happened, Covid came and kind of brought its challenges and it kind of forced us to either pick where our relationship was going to go as friends or something more. And we chose the latter," Towns revealed.
In November 2023, Woods opened up about the longevity of their partnership, attributing their success to the "friendship and trust" they established before dating. This mutual support has been a hallmark of their relationship, with both frequently celebrating each other's professional milestones publicly.
Grand Gestures and Public Support
The couple has consistently made headlines for their thoughtful gestures towards one another. Just a month before the proposal, in November 2024, Woods gifted Towns a meticulously restored version of his late mother's car for his 30th birthday. This deeply sentimental present involved Woods locating the exact model, shipping it across the country, and having it refurbished as a surprise.
Their public encouragement of each other's careers became particularly notable during the 2021-2022 period. From attending high-profile red carpet events together to sharing heartfelt birthday tributes, their relationship has been characterized by visible admiration and support. In a February 2024 interview with People magazine, Towns emphasized how Woods' daily support, whether related to his basketball career or not, is "truly special to me."
Fans have long anticipated this engagement. Towns himself hinted at it back in March 2021 via a post on X (formerly Twitter), writing: "The same haters we have now are gonna be the same ones we have when I put that ring on her finger."
Today, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods remain one of the most beloved couples in the public eye. Their journey from close friends to engaged partners over five years serves as a modern love story that continues to resonate with fans worldwide, who are now eagerly awaiting details of their wedding.
