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Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmonds Announces Engagement

Toni Braxton breaks the news of Kenneth 'Babyface' Edmond's engagement during an interview. 
Babyface Announces Engagement!
Kenneth Babyface Edmonds
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 27, 2020
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During a recent interview, Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds revealed that he is engaged to long-time girlfriend, Nicole Patenburg. 

In a BET interview the two held to promote their new album, Love, Marriage and Divorce, Toni Braxton asked Babyface: “Would you ever consider getting married again?” and Babyface replied, “I’ve already considered it. I’m engaged, so yes.”

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A surprised Braxton responded, “You’re engaged? I think your fans are gonna be a little disappointed, but equally happy for you.” 

The couple has been dating for seven years and welcomed a daughter, Peyton Nicole, in 2008. Patenburg used to work as a back-up dancer for the 54-year-old singer.

Love, Marriage and Divorce has received great reviews following its February 4th release.