If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen the whispers. It’s the kind of Hollywood rumor that just won’t quit: are Renée Zellweger and Ant Anstead finally engaged?
People are obsessed with this couple. It makes sense, too. You’ve got a two-time Oscar winner who basically defined the rom-com era and a British car expert who builds high-end motors. It’s an unlikely match that actually, somehow, works. But while the internet is ready to buy them a wedding cake, the reality of their relationship status is a bit more grounded.
The Bridget Jones Premiere Sparked the Fire
The rumor mill went into overdrive recently during the London premiere of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. Renée looked stunning, obviously, in that fuchsia pink gown. But fans weren't looking at the dress. They were looking at her left hand.
Or rather, what was covering her left hand.
Renée was spotted with two bandages—basically large band-aids—wrapped around her ring finger. In the world of celebrity sleuthing, a bandage is never just a bandage. Fans immediately started theorizing that she was hiding a massive diamond to avoid stealing the spotlight from the movie. Honestly, it’s a bit of a stretch, but that’s how these things start.
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While they didn't walk the red carpet together, Ant was right there at the afterparty at Brasserie Zedel. They left hand-in-hand, looking very much like a couple that has been together for four years and has nothing left to prove.
Four Years of "The Missus"
Ant Anstead isn't exactly helping quiet the rumors. The man is clearly smitten. He’s been known to refer to Renée as "the missus" on Instagram. Now, if you’re British, you know that "missus" can be a very casual term for a girlfriend, but in the US, it sounds an awful lot like someone is already wearing a veil.
They first met back in 2021 on the set of Celebrity IOU: Joyride. It was one of those "when you know, you know" situations. Since then, they’ve blended their lives in a way that feels way more permanent than your average Hollywood fling.
- Renée moved to Southern California, specifically near San Diego, to be closer to Ant and his youngest son, Hudson.
- She’s been spotted at his kids’ soccer games and even tagged along for cricket lessons in the UK.
- They’ve navigated long-distance stretches while she filmed in New York and he worked in London.
In May 2025, they even had to shut down weird breakup rumors. Some tabloids claimed they were living apart because Ant was seen at a friend's guest house. His rep had to step in and basically say, "Relax, they're fine." They called it a "cherished relationship" and asked for privacy. That doesn't exactly sound like a couple on the rocks.
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Why They Haven't Confirmed Anything
If they are engaged, why the secrecy? Renée Zellweger has always been notoriously private. After the whirlwind of her 2005 marriage to Kenny Chesney and high-profile relationships with Jim Carrey and Bradley Cooper, she seems to have found a different gear with Ant.
She told British Vogue that she lives in San Diego because that’s where her "fellow" and his little boy are. She doesn't call him her fiancé. She doesn't call him her husband. Just "my fellow." There’s a quietness to their romance that feels intentional.
Ant, for his part, has been through the wringer with public divorces (most notably from Christina Haack). He’s gone on record saying their relationship is "something really private" and he doesn't want to put pressure on it.
The Real Status as of Now
So, here is what we actually know:
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- There has been no official announcement of an engagement from their representatives.
- Sources close to the couple have previously told People that while they are "committed long-term," they have deliberately downplayed wedding talk.
- They are currently living a "blended family" lifestyle, with Renée being very involved in the lives of Ant’s three children.
Is a Secret Wedding Next?
Given how they operate, a big, splashy magazine-cover wedding feels unlikely. If they do decide to make it official, it’ll probably happen in a backyard in Laguna Beach or a quiet corner of England without a single camera in sight.
The engagement rumors might just be a byproduct of how stable they are. In a town where relationships last about as long as a TikTok trend, seeing two people actually like each other after four years feels like a "happily ever after" in progress.
If you're looking to follow the story, keep an eye on Ant’s Instagram—he’s usually the one who lets the little details slip through "accidental" background photos or sweet captions. For now, they seem perfectly happy just being "fellows."
Keep an eye on upcoming red carpet events for the final Bridget Jones press tour. If those bandages come off and a ring is underneath, you'll know the rumors were right all along. Until then, take the "engaged" labels with a grain of salt and just enjoy a rare Hollywood success story.