Ziaire Williams’ SoFi Proposal with Bruno Mars Live Performance

Jackson Turner 10/07/2026

There is a certain magic that happens when music meets romance, and when it’s set to the soundtrack of a stadium spectacle. That is exactly what unfolded when Los Angeles Lakers forward Ziaire Williams proposed to his girlfriend, model Paris Timan, while the legendary Bruno Mars was on stage.

The setting was the magnificent SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, during Mars’ October 2 concert. As Bruno Mars delivered the iconic lyrics of “Marry You,” Williams took the opportunity to drop to one knee and ask Timan to marry him, perfectly timed amidst the performance of his favorite romantic staple.

The moment was pure magic. As Mars sang the song, confetti fell around the newly engaged couple, and Timan’s emotional response was palpable. The cheers from the crowd erupted, sealing the perfect moment for the couple to embrace amidst the roaring energy of the stadium. The celebration was even amplified as the couple appeared on the stadium’s massive video screens.

The heartfelt proposal turned into a public spectacle, and the stadium followed suit. Later, SoFi Stadium shared footage of the romantic moment on Instagram, captioning it simply, “It really was a beautiful night,” accompanied by expressive emojis that perfectly captured the joy of the occasion.

This beautiful event came during the second of Mars’ five shows at the stadium, part of his The Romantic tour, which supports his fourth solo album. While the surprise of the proposal was immense for Timan, the music provided the perfect, on-the-nose backdrop for their commitment.

“Marry You,” released in 2010 as part of Mars’ debut album Doo-Wops & Hooligans, is a song that has become a timeless fixture for weddings and proposals. It peaked at No. 85 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2011 and remains an enduring symbol of romance.

While the proposal was a beautiful, nostalgic moment, Bruno Mars continues to command attention years later. He is currently enjoying a vibrant career, continuing to make waves on the music charts. His solo album The Romantic debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and its lead single, “I Just Might,” also reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his first No. 1 debut.

Mars has further cemented his staying power with tracks like “Risk It All” from the album, and the hit “Dance With Me,” which features Karol G, also achieved a strong performance on the Hot 100 chart. The story of this proposal perfectly blends the timeless power of music with a modern, dazzling celebration.