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When YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul proposed to Dutch Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam, he did so with the biggest celebrity ring of 2025 so far. Jake Paul has had his fair share of high-profile moments, similar to other celebrities with notable engagement rings.
The stunning $1 million diamond engagement ring is a showstopper that boasts impeccable craftsmanship, exceptional carat weight, and a beautiful symbol of their power-couple romance.
Details on the Lavish Ring
The beautiful ring was examined by wedding experts at UK retailer Steven Stone, in which they describe the size and cut of the ring:
“Jake Paul proposed with a breathtaking 8-carat oval-cut diamond ring. The dazzling centre-piece is set in a three-stone design, flanked by elegant half-moon diamond side stones and perched on a pavé diamond band.”
Diamond cuts are crucial in selecting an engagement ring as they influence both the ring’s appearance and the personal style it conveys. The retailer also describes the significance of the oval design as a symbol of creativity and boldness, which is a core part of Leerdam’s career as a champion speed skater.
Although the designer of the captivating ring hasn’t been publicly disclosed, it has certainly made a statement with its large central oval and side stones.
Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam's Key Moments
The Text That Started It All!
Paul slid into Leerdam’s instagram DMS in 2022, asking her if she wanted to appear on his podcast ‘BS w/Jake Paul’. After hitting it off, they publicly announced their relationship in April 2023.
Paul and Leerdam have been travelling around the world, supporting each other at their olympic events and boxing matches. Leerdam was spotted watching Paul during his boxing match with former MMA-champion Nate Diaz in August 2023, as well as his record-breaking match with boxing legend Mike Tyson in 2024. Paul was also spotted supporting Leerdam at the 2025 Olympics in Norway last weekend. Paul and Leerdam are a supportive power couple as they cheer each other on as skating and boxing champions.
The Dreamy Proposal Setting
The dreamy proposal took place on a balcony with white petals decorating the floor, as candles and bouquets lined the balcony edge. The backdrop featured two stunning mountain peaks that overlooked a clear ocean, as the couple sported white outfits and Paul got on one knee to propose and reveal the luxurious $1 million ring, traditionally worn on the left ring finger.
Symbolism and Status
Celebrities opt for ultra-luxurious wedding rings for the opulence and grandeur of their engagement ceremonies, which fascinates the public’s interest in their unique love story, wealth and their high-profile image. Already, Paul and Leerdam have received endearing support from the public on social media.
These rings and ceremonies reinforce their high-profile Hollywood lives and extravagance, whilst cementing their unique styles and engagement in history.
What Makes a $1 Million Diamond Truly Unique?
A $1 million diamond ring is unique for many reasons, starting from the quality and rarity of the diamonds. Such a unique and valuable ring is traditionally worn on the left ring finger. The colour, clarity and cut of the ring also influences the lavish price.
Leerdam’s ring is a three-stone design with a diamond band, featuring a natural diamond that elevates its price due to its higher market value compared to lab-grown diamonds. The centre diamond is a strikingly large oval, designed to stand out and make a bold statement beyond traditional ring styles.
Its impressive size and clarity make this diamond – and the ring – undeniably valuable.
The Evolution of Million-Dollar Engagement Rings
Ultra-luxe engagement rings have always been a symbol of status, romance, and Hollywood grandeur. But how have they changed over the years?
Vintage Glamour VS. Modern Minimalism
Celebrity engagement rings have evolved from traditionally-cut diamonds and shapes, to a diverse range of differently coloured stones, sizes and designs. As well as this, social media has also amplified the popularity of celebrity engagement rings and their influence.
Grace Kelly’s 10.48 emerald-cut diamond ring is one of the most popular wedding rings in the world, known for its size and $4 million price tag, which was expensive then and is now! Prince Rainier II proposed the cartier ring to her, in which it features rubies and diamonds, symbolising the colours of Monaco. This lavish ring is a perfect example of the vintage glamour that continues to inspire couples today.
Elizabeth Taylor, one of the most prominent British-American actors of the 1950s, was given a whopping 33-carat ring by Welsh actor Richard Burton in 1968. The ring was highly sought out for a number of collectors, as it was graded at D, the highest colour and a clarity grade of vs1, meaning it’s almost flawless in visibility. It’s a Type IIa Diamond from the Goncoldia region of India, and Asscher cut, a vintage, traditional cut for its time.
Simple and Stunning: Modern Minimalism
In the last few years, engagement rings and trends have rapidly evolved to include more colours and move away from traditional styles. Minimalist rings have risen in popularity for their versatility and timelessness compared to distinct, traditional styles that can date with time. Serena Williams’ luxurious engagement ring, given by Alexis Ohanian, exemplifies modern luxury and contrasts with vintage styles.
For example, Hailey Baldwin’s 6-10 carat diamond ring from Justin Bieber in 2018 features a large oval, complimented by a minimalist diamond wedding band. This puts all of the focus on the large oval stunner.
Emma Stone’s low-key engagement ring from partner Dave McCary was the Winter Pearl Ring from Catbird in Brooklyn, which uniquely features a pearl as the centre-piece gem.
Rooney Mara’s engagement ring with husband Joaquin Phoenix was a minimalist hexagon shaped diamond portrait. Historically these rings had a portrait underneath them, but Mara’s is simple and doesn’t have one, creating a sleek and understated look.
Bold and Beautiful!
In the modern world, rings have become more diverse with a mix of vintage glamour and inspiration from iconic rings, to modern minimalist rings and uniquely-coloured stones and styles. Different diamond cuts can enhance the appearance of rare colored diamonds, making them even more striking and unique.
Beyonce’s iconic ring was heavily influenced by Grace Kelly’s Cartier, an 18-carat emerald cut diamond ring gifted to her by her now-husband Jay-Z. Timeless and trendy!
Machine Gun Kelly, or MGK’s engagement ring to Megan Fox is a wholly unique ring, and reflects their anything-but-ordinary relationship. The ring features one diamond stone and one emerald, each symbolising their birthstones.
The stones are interwoven by double-twisted golden bands, and have magnets embedded inside to attract the rings when worn together. MGK also revealed to Vogue that the bands double as thorns, and hurt to take off, quipping that “Love is pain!”
Pop-singer Katy Perry’s ring from actor Orlando Bloom was a floral halo design of diamonds yellow gold circling around a ruby, which have risen in popularity as a modern alternative to solitaire diamond rings.
In the modern age, couples are straying away from traditional styles of the past in order to make their rings distinctive to them and their wholly unique love stories. It’s all about making your mark and setting yourself apart from the rest.
Social Media's Influence on Rings and Trends
Thanks to social media, brides and grooms are looking more for rings that convey their unique love and bond over conventional stones and designs. As well as this, different types of stones and colours rise in popularity, especially as more celebrities embrace this change and are given showstopping rings. Tiktok and Instagram are huge engagement ring influences, from celebrity engagements to ring unboxings and style breakdowns.
Our Wedding Predictions
Now that the ring has set the bar sky-high, what can we expect from Paul and Leerdam’s wedding? We think that the couple will match their ring with an internet-breaking wedding and ceremony, with luxurious destinations, food, guests and attire.
European or Puerto Rican?
Paul and Leerdam’s wedding could be a white, European ceremony to reflect Leerdam’s roots, with ice sculptures and features to represent Leerdam’s champion career, or perhaps a chic, sun-kissed ceremony to reflect the warmer feel of Puerto Rico, Jake Paul’s current residence.
Jutta’s Slim and Modern Style
Jutta sports an athletic and modern style on and off the track, so we think that she’ll go for a sleek but glamorous wedding gown. We predict a slim, figure-fitting dress with elements of lace and beading!
As for Jake, he is known for his mostly relaxed yet bejewelled look, so we expect him to wear a relaxed suit and stand out with teeth grills, diamond-studded watches, rings and a sleek pair of sunglasses.
Themed Aesthetics: Fairytale Romance, Black-Tie Luxury, Or Something In Between?
We think that with Jutta’s European background, Jake’s bold personality and their presence as social media influencers and athletes, that the wedding will be a mix between European elegance, modern fashion and instagrammable moments.
Picture white, gold and black, combining to create an sophisticated modern look in a European chateau. Or perhaps they’ll go for a sleek, modern look in a Beverley Hills mansion. We’re expecting outfit changes from the couple, Jake in a designer tuxedo and Jutta in multiple couture gowns, as they pack the reception with V.I.P guests and record coverage of the event and posing with celebrities as the posts spread on social media like wildfire.
We expect a number of high-calibre guests and influencers to rock up the ceremony, and perhaps names from the boxing world. Of course, his older brother Logan Paul and his fiance/model Nina Agdal will be there, but we expect other A-listers to attend. Could a potential star DJ or musician play at their ceremony?
Jake is known for his bold actions; perhaps he’ll show up to the ceremony in a helicopter or his private jet, truly making an unforgettable entrance.
What do you expect to see at Jake & Jutta’s wedding
Would You Say Yes to a $1 Million Diamond?
One thing is for sure; Jake Paul’s extravagant proposal has us all dreaming of our perfect wedding rings. Would you say yes to a ring worth $1 million?
Fans and influencers flooded their social medias, congratulating the couple. Whilst details of a wedding haven’t emerged, it’s safe to say that the luxurious wedding ring is only a tell-tale sign of what the wedding will be like!
Would you wear a $1M ring that would blow anyone away around you? Or do you prefer something more understated?
