Ashley Benson discovered her life partner in her fiancé, Brandon Davis, just a month after agreeing to marry him.
"They are deeply and passionately in love," a source exclusively reveals in the latest edition of We magazine. "Ashley feels a profound sense of security and happiness with him."
The 33-year-old former "Pretty Little Liars" star and the 43-year-old Davis have been friends for years. Their friendship played a significant role in their transition from being platonic friends to something more. Davis, the grandson of the late oil magnate Marvin Davis, recently proposed to Benson. The bride-to-be shared her excitement through her Instagram Story on July 26, displaying her oval-shaped engagement ring alongside the caption "My best frienddddd. I love you."
Davis posted the same pictures on his social media account, adding the caption, "She's the love of my life."
They were initially seen together at a Los Angeles Lakers game in January and later confirmed their relationship. Benson and Brandon made their first appearance on social media in June when they attended a friend's wedding.
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"On June 26, the actress took to Instagram to express her immense joy while celebrating the couple's beautiful wedding. She shared a heartwarming picture of them holding hands, capturing the amazing time they had together."
Benson had several well-known relationships before her romance with the oil heir. Celebrities such as Ryan Good, Cara Delevingne, and G-Eazy were among her previous partners, but she opted to keep the personal aspects of these relationships to herself.
In a March 2021 interview with Cosmopolitan UK, Benson explained her preference for privacy in her love life. "I typically keep my relationships out of the public eye," she shared. "Of course, there are times when we may be photographed together, but I believe it's more sacred to keep those intimate moments between you and your partner. By avoiding excessive exposure, you can truly safeguard your relationship."
Benson further emphasized the significance of maintaining a reliable inner circle, expressing her need for positive individuals. She expressed gratitude for her exceptional core group, considering it the most valuable outcome of quarantine. Their unwavering support for one another creates a sense of security and comfort for all involved.
As for Brandon, he had earlier romantic relationships with actresses Mischa Barton and Lindsay Lohan during the early 2000s. Additionally, he had a friendship with sisters Paris Hilton and Nicky Hilton during that period.
For more on Benson’s relationship with Brandon, watch the video above and pick up the latest issue of We, on newsstands now.