French Montana has officially put a ring on it. The Moroccan-born rapper confirmed his engagement to Sheikha Mahra of Dubai, stepping into royal circles with news that has caught global attention.
According to Montana’s representatives, the pair have been engaged since June 2024, first sparking speculation when they were seen together at Paris Fashion Week. The announcement became public after The Shade Room released footage of what appeared to be their engagement celebration, complete with a sign reading “Welcome French’s Family” set dramatically ablaze in the background.
In the video, the couple were seen enjoying a traditional Moroccan welcome, underscoring Montana’s cultural roots and Mahra’s openness to embrace them. The celebrations marked a significant moment in Mahra’s personal journey, as this engagement follows her headline-making divorce from Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum.
Last year, Sheikha Mahra herself announced her separation on Instagram, posting a strikingly candid message to her followers:
“Dear Husband, as you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce. I divorce you, I divorce you, and I divorce you. Take care. Your ex-wife.”
Her post reflected the traditional Islamic practice of triple repudiation, where a divorce is made absolute and immediate. According to Brandeis University, this method of divorce creates a permanent bar to remarriage between the couple, underscoring the seriousness of her declaration.
While neither Mahra nor Montana have shared extensive details about their relationship, they have been spotted together regularly since her divorce, drawing both fascination and scrutiny from the public.
Not everyone is keeping quiet about the union. Retired NBA player Paul Pierce weighed in on the news in his podcast The Truth After Dark, suggesting Montana’s engagement is proof that men should consider seeking relationships abroad.
“Man, I’m telling you. Us Black men, I’m telling y’all: we need to follow in French Montana’s steps. You see, he cracking,” Pierce said, adding that women overseas “value their men” differently compared to women in the United States.
The comments sparked debate online, as many argued his remarks painted an unfair picture of women in America. Still, the spotlight remains firmly on French Montana and Sheikha Mahra as they navigate life in the public eye, balancing privacy with global attention.
For now, the couple seem content letting their actions—and celebrations—speak louder than words.
