How Pete popped the big question
Actor Nick Cannon says the comedian called him before proposing to Ariana Grande
Rapper and actor Nick Cannon was among the first to know about comedian Pete Davidson and singer Ariana Grande’s engagement.
The America’s Got Talent host spoke about Davidson’s plans to propose to Grande on Thursday.
“He called before he was going to do it, and I said, ‘Salud!’” Cannon told Entertainment Tonight. “He was really excited, so I was like, ‘I love it, man. Keep it going.’ Love is in the air.”
“To see them together — and I’ve been one of those dudes with one of those fantasy, fantastic relationships where you just go off and get married,” Cannon said, referring to his six-year marriage to Mariah Carey after just weeks of dating.
“So I was like, ‘Do it,’” he continued. “I’ve congratulated Pete. I haven’t spoken to Ariana, but I’m happy for them.”
Cannon even offered to officiate their wedding, comparing their relationship to a classic 2004 film.
“I think they’re outstanding. They’re young people in love and you can’t knock that. It’s like The Notebook. I’m up for all weddings. I’ll officiate. I don’t know how long they’ll last if you let me do it, but I’m up for it,” he said.
As for whether he believes their relationship is moving at too fast, Cannon said: “I’m a hopeless romantic.. and sometimes it can get you in trouble, but it makes for some great stories.” —