Kristen Doute, star of The Valley and former Vanderpump Rules favorite, has some exciting news to share—she’s engaged! After two years of dating, Luke Broderick popped the question in a romantic, surprise proposal while the couple was on a boat in Maui, Hawaii.
A Magical Proposal by the Ocean
Broderick orchestrated a sunset proposal, telling Doute to keep an eye out for dolphins before getting down on one knee. In an exclusive interview, Kristen revealed how caught off guard she was, even blurting out a few expletives in her shock and excitement. Broderick had enlisted the help of close friend and jeweler Kyle Chan to design the perfect engagement ring—a stunning 14K white gold, 4.27-carat emerald cut diamond with an additional half-carat of diamonds on the band and a hidden halo design, symbolizing the “love around Kristen.”
“I knew Luke was the one from the moment we met,” Doute shared. “I’m beyond excited for this new chapter, now as his fiancée.”
From Hesitation to Forever
Kristen and Luke’s romance began when they connected at a friend’s wedding in June 2022, where they were both part of the bridal party. Despite the immediate chemistry, Kristen was initially hesitant to pursue the relationship. With an eight-year age difference, physical distance (Luke was in Colorado while Kristen was in California), and Luke’s love for hunting, Kristen wasn’t sure if it was a match.
“I struggled with the idea of being someone’s girlfriend again,” Kristen admitted. “I was ready to be a wife and a mother, and the idea of starting over scared me.”
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However, Broderick’s persistence and their undeniable connection won her over. The couple went public in December 2022, and it wasn’t long before they started discussing their future family plans.
Ready to Start a Family
In a podcast episode from October 2023, Kristen revealed that she and Luke had started talking about having children. “We’re in a very committed relationship,” she said, adding that a recent visit to her OBGYN provided good news on her fertility. “When we’re ready to try, everything looks positive,” she shared.
Although Kristen had expressed concerns about conceiving in her 40s, she decided not to stress about it. She even mentioned how a psychic told her that she’d likely have a boy but wouldn’t get pregnant until she was between 41 and 42.
The Journey to ‘The Valley’
Kristen and Luke’s love story has unfolded alongside their time on The Valley, a spinoff of Vanderpump Rules, where the couple has become fan favorites. Their relationship has remained strong, even as some of their castmates have struggled. As the couple gears up for season 2 of The Valley, they’ve moved into a new home together, marking yet another milestone in their relationship.
While Kristen’s psychic prediction suggests that 2024 might bring even more life-changing moments for the couple, for now, they’re focused on enjoying their engagement and looking forward to what the future holds.
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A Love Built to Last
Kristen Doute’s journey from being hesitant about love to saying “yes” to the man she now calls her forever person is a beautiful reminder of how life’s unexpected turns can lead to the most fulfilling relationships. As they embark on this next chapter, fans of The Valley are sure to be following closely, rooting for Kristen and Luke’s happily ever after.
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