Christmas came with a little extra sparkle this year, with country artists Kaylee Bell and Andrew Swift both sharing engagement news over the festive break. While their journeys are very much their own, the timing made it a feel-good moment for the country music community, proving that between the chaos of touring and recording, love is well and truly in the air.
For Bell, the Christmas engagement news landed at a time when her career is absolutely flying. With chart topping releases, international touring and a growing global fanbase, Bell has spent recent years ticking off major milestones and this one might just be the most personal yet.
Back in April 2025, Bell dropped her cheeky single Ring On It which famously starts off “It’s been eight years, and that’s a long time” based on a true story (theirs), it looks like it just might have worked! Bell’s partner Nick Campbell finally popped the question on Christmas Day and indeed put a stunning three rocks on her finger.
Speaking to Countrytown earlier last year Bell laughed when recalling the song's creation."I hid that song from my partner for about six months before I played it to him. He told me I should record it, and now, here we are"
Meanwhile, Swift’s engagement announcement added to the festive cheer. A constant favourite at Tamworth and beyond, Swift has built a career on heartfelt songwriting and genuine connection.
Swift’s partner Simone Sordello is also no stranger to the industry, appearing as a songwriter and backing vocalist on many of Swift’s songs.
2025 was a big year for the pair: in May they welcomed their baby girl Valentine into the world, October saw Swift release his fourth studio album Lucky Stars which features the heartfelt track Oh, Valentine, a duet by Swift and Sordello, which they wrote at the time for their unborn daughter.
Seeing the news of the couple’s engagement on Christmas day was the next step we were all waiting for and no doubt capped off what’s been an already stellar year for the couple.
As Bell and Swift both head into the new year with new music, new chapters, and now wedding plans on the horizon, it’s clear that 2026 is already shaping up to be a big one, both on and off the stage.
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