Josh Allen might be a master of staying composed on the football field, but when it came to proposing to his girlfriend, Hailee Steinfeld, the Buffalo Bills quarterback was far from calm. In a heartfelt Q&A session following their engagement announcement, Allen admitted he was overwhelmed with nerves leading up to the magical moment.

“I was very nervous,” Allen confessed. “The hardest part was keeping it a secret from Hailee. Multiple times that day, songs would play, and I’d tear up thinking about how special it was going to be.”

Josh Allen opens up about his emotional proposal

The actress and singer prompted Allen to reflect on their engagement, teasing him about how “chill” he seemed at the time. However, Allen revealed the truth: the cool exterior masked his inner anxiety.

“I couldn’t wait any longer”

Recounting the proposal, Allen shared that he couldn’t hold back his excitement about their future together. “I told her I couldn’t wait any longer,” he said, emphasizing that their engagement marks the start of building a family together.

The moment Steinfeld said “yes” was a huge relief for Allen, who was thrilled that his elaborate plans had stayed under wraps. Reflecting on their relationship, he gushed about his now-fiance: “It feels unbelievable to be engaged to someone so special, loving, caring, gorgeous, and fun.”

A love story in the spotlight

The couple first made their romance public in May 2023, sparking buzz among fans and media alike. Now, their engagement has solidified their status as one of Hollywood’s favorite power couples.

Allen and Steinfeld’s love story continues to capture hearts, with fans eagerly anticipating what’s next for the duo. From their romantic beginnings to Allen’s emotional proposal, the pair has shown that even a football star can feel the jitters when it comes to matters of the heart.

As they embark on this new chapter, it’s clear that Allen and Steinfeld are deeply in love and ready to take on the future together.