Geoffrey Ogunlesi, the 33-year-old son of U.S.-based Nigerian billionaire Adebayo Ogunlesi, has proposed to American jewelry designer Jennifer Meyer with a diamond engagement ring reportedly worth $500,000. The engagement was revealed at the Baby2Baby Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday, where Meyer proudly showcased her ring.
Meyer, who divorced actor and producer Tobey Maguire in 2020, and Geoffrey, an entrepreneur and investor, were seen cuddling during the event. The gala, which featured Hollywood stars such as Jessica Alba, Nicole Richie, and Paris Hilton, became a venue for friends and fans to celebrate the couple.
Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck’s ex-wife, congratulated the couple on social media, writing, “Congratulations!!!!” Actress Goldie Hawn added, “This makes us all so happy. I love you!!!”
News anchor Allison Wise also expressed her joy, saying, “So happy for this angel queen – my everything BEST friend who is marrying the greatest man and her soulmate! I love you and can’t wait to keep celebrating you both!”
Meyer and Geoffrey have been engaged since September. Geoffrey, recognized for his work in infrastructure and investment, follows in the footsteps of his father, Adebayo Ogunlesi, a prominent investment banker and founder of Global Infrastructure Partners.
