Exclusive: Ashanti And Nelly Are Expecting — And Engaged!

The Grammy-winning singer talks to ESSENCE about expecting her first child with longtime love Nelly, who is officially her fiancé. Read More
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Exclusive: Ashanti And Nelly Are Expecting — And Engaged!

The Grammy-winning singer talks to ESSENCE about expecting her first child with longtime love Nelly, who is officially her fiancé. Read More

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