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Here's What Makes Kate Upton's Engagement Ring From Justin Verlander Extra Special

Model revealed that she is engaged to the athlete at the 2016 Met Gala

By Lily Harrison, Sara Kitnick, Alli Rosenbloom May 04, 2016 2:13 AMTags
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Kate Upton is one very lucky lady!

Justin Verlander went to great lengths to give his new fiancée a jaw-dropping engagement ring, so much so that the Detroit Tigers star worked closely with designer Anita Ko to ensure that his leading lady's diamond bling was to his liking.

The jeweler tells E! News, "Justin and I collaborated on creating the most perfect one-of-a-kind ring that is rare and of exceptional quality...just like their love." (Cue the swooning, right?)

The 23-year-old bride-to-be revealed the exciting news on the red-and-pink carpet at the 2016 Met Gala last night, where she proudly flaunted her new sparkling accessory and smiled from ear-to-ear during her chat with us.

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"I'm really excited. He asked me right before the season started so we've been keeping it on the down low for quite a while," the Sports Illustrated model shared while dressed in a glittering Topshop asymmetrical gown.

"I'm excited to be finally able to share it with the world!"

And as far as wedding planning, the bubbly blonde admitted to us that they're still enjoying the early stages of engagement and haven't set a wedding date or location just yet.

The two were first linked together after being spotted on vacation in St. Thomas in January 2013 and have been nearly inseparable ever since.

Congratulations once again to the future Mr. and Mrs. Verlander!

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