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Lakers forward Ziaire Williams announces engagement during Bruno Mars concert

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 4, 2026, 10:24 IST

Los Angeles Lakers player Ziaire Williams proposed to his girlfriend, model Paris Timan, during a Bruno Mars performance at SoFi Stadium, perfectly timed to the singer's hit track 'Marry You'.

Lakers forward Ziaire Williams announces engagement during Bruno Mars concert

Los Angeles Lakers forward Ziaire Williams turned a high-profile concert into a life-changing moment on Friday night, proposing to his longtime girlfriend, model Paris Timan, while attending a Bruno Mars show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The romantic gesture took place during the second of the singer's five-night residency, creating a memorable scene for the audience in attendance.

The proposal was meticulously timed to coincide with the performance of the hit song Marry You. As the 16-time Grammy winner sang the lyrics, I think I wanna marry you, Williams dropped to one knee on the floor level of the stadium. The timing caught the attention of the artist himself, who began singing, Please say I do I do I do, as the couple shared the intimate moment amidst the stadium crowd.

A memorable night for the Lakers newcomer

Paris Timan appeared visibly moved and shocked by the surprise, ultimately accepting the proposal as the surrounding crowd cheered for the couple. Bruno Mars continued his performance through the end of the track while the pair embraced, marking a significant personal milestone for the NBA player.

The engagement follows a period of transition for Williams, who recently joined the Los Angeles Lakers on a one-year, $3 million contract. The 25-year-old forward arrives in Los Angeles following a 2025-26 campaign with the Brooklyn Nets, where he recorded averages of 10.2 points and 2.4 rebounds across 54 appearances. With his professional future now settled in Southern California, Williams is beginning a new chapter in his personal life as well.