Liam Payne CONFIRMS engagement and reveals son Bear has started school
He reportedly spent a whopping £3 million on the ring
It all seems to be happening for former One Direction member Liam Payne at the moment. He's recently celebrated the 10 year anniversary of the legendary boy band, and last week, the news broke he'd popped the question to his girlfriend Maya Henry following a whirlwind two year romance.
Now, the 'Strip That Down' singer has opened up about his proposal for the first time, thanking his fans for their well-wishes.
Speaking on Good Morning America, Liam was probed by the presenters about the proposal, to which he coyly said of the news, "Thanks! We're just really happy."
The 27-year-old, who allegedly spent £3 million on the engagement ring, also revealed his three-year-old son Bear Grey Payne, who he shares with his former girlfriend Cheryl, has just started school.
He added, "I've just had a birthday, my son has gone to school for the first time. So it seems like a lot of firsts for me really actually which is great!"
However, it is most likely Liam means his son has started nursery, as the school starting age in the UK is four-years-old.
The engagement came as a surprise to some, after it was reported back in February this year the pair had split. Yet, quick to shut down the rumours, a source told the MailOnline they were "definitely still a couple and are very happy together."
Liam has previously opened up about his relationship with Maya, revealing the model, who he first met when she was 15 at a 1D meet and greet, "completely had his back."
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Speaking to MTV News, he said, "Honestly with love, I think you don't really understand it until it gives you that sting, it took a long time for me. For the longest time, living such an exposed life made dating really hard.
"I've found someone who's genuinely my best friend, she's just so relaxed about everything and someone who's completely got your back with everything is just the wildest thing."
Scroll through to see which celebrities have got engaged in 2020
Ray Quinn and Emily Fletcher
Former X Factor star and Hollyoaks actor Ray Quinn announced he'd popped the question to his girlfriend Emily on New Year's Day!
Sharing a photo of Emily kissing is forehead on Instagram, Ray wrote, 'Welcome to the family my Queen 💖 #shesaidyes 💍 🥰'. (sic)
Brianne Delcourt and Kevin Kilbane
After being paired together on Dancing On Ice, former footballer Kevin Kilbane and pro skater Brianne Delcourt's partnership turned romantic, with Kevin asking Brianne to marry him just three months after meeting.
Jess Wright and William Lee-Kemp
Former TOWIE star Jess Wright announced her engagement when her boyfriend William proposed during a skiing trip in the French Alps.
Sharing this cute snap on Instagram, Jess wrote, 'A million times YES! 💍❤️ I love you so much x'. (sic)
Jordan Banjo and Naomi Courts
Diversity star Jordan Banjo asked his long-term girlfriend Naomi Courts to marry him in one of the most romantic proposals ever!
Popping the question during a romantic meal on the beach, Jordan wrote on Instagram, 'One of the happiest days of my life...just behind the birth of my kids and the release of McDonald's spicy nuggets🍗 Happy Valentines Day to my love @naomiella21 ❤️'. (sic)
Danielle Armstrong and Tommy Edney
Former TOWIE star Danielle Armstrong revealed she was the 'happiest girl in the world' when he boyfriend Tommy Edney popped the question during a holiday to Dubai.
Joe Duttine and Sally Carman
Coronation Street stars Joe Duttine and Sally Carman announced their engagement during self-isolation in March.
Craig Revel Horwood and Jonathan Myring
Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood announced his engagement in April, revealing his partner Jonathan Myring popped the question whilst the pair were on holiday in early March.
Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz
21-year-old Brooklyn Beckham announced his engagement to American actress Nicola Peltz in July! He wrote on Instagram, 'Two weeks ago I asked my soulmate to marry me and she said yes xx I am the luckiest man in the world. I promise to be the best husband and the best daddy one day ❤️ I love you baby xx'. (sic)
Marcel Somerville and Rebecca Viera
Former Love Island star Marcel Somerville proposed to his pregnant girlfriend Rebecca Viera at the couple's gender reveal party.
Marnie Simpson and Casey Cody
Former X Factor star Casey Cody proposed to Geordie Shore star Marnie Simon in August 2020! The pair, who have a son called Rox, shared their lovely news with fans on Instagram.
Liam Payne and Maya Henry
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne is engaged to 20-year-old model Maya Henry after she was spotted wearing a '£3 million engagement ring'. Liam confirmed the news during an interview on Good Morning America, admitting the pair are 'so happy'.
Kerry Katona and Ryan maloney
Kerry Katona's boyfriend Ryan Maloney popped the question to her during a family holiday in Spain in August! Announcing her lovely news on Instagram, Kerry wrote, 'Well what a bloody amazing 40th I've had.... honestly couldn't of spent it any better with the people I love the most.. and with a massive twist too..... here we go again! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💍🥂', (sic)
Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Andre Gray
Footballer Andre Gray asked Little Mix singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock to marry him during lockdown! Andre got down on one knee as the pair celebrated their four-year anniversary in their garden! Cute!
Lucy Watson and James Dunmore
Made In Chelsea stars Lucy Watson and James Dunmore announced their engagement in September, after James proposed to his girl during a holiday in Greece.
Binky Felstead
Made In Chelsea favourite Binky Felstead announced she's engaged to Max Darnton in September after he popped the question with a MASSIVE diamond ring.
Matthew Perry
Friends actor Matthew Perry has announced he is engaged to his 29-year-old girlfriend Molly Hurwitz. Speaking to People magazine, he said, "I decided to get engaged.
"Luckily, I happened to be dating the greatest woman on the face of the planet at this time."
Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez
American singer Ariana Grande delighted her fans in December by announcing she's engaged to her real estate boyfriend Dalton Gomez! Ari showed off her amazing diamond ring on Instagram.
Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon
Joe popped the question to his girlfriend on Christmas Eve in 2020, with Stacey showing off her amazing engagement ring to her Instagram followers.
Gemma Collins and Rami Hawash
After months of rumours, thanks to Gemma flashing a large diamond ring on her left hand, the TV personality confirmed that her and Rami are once again engaged!