Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra and Moroccan-American rapper French Montana are officially engaged, according to a report by TMZ. The couple, who have been quietly dating since 2024, formalized their relationship during Paris Fashion Week in June 2025.
Engagement Confirmed During Paris Fashion Week
A representative for French Montana confirmed that the 40-year-old rapper proposed to Sheikha Mahra, 31, during Paris Fashion Week. The couple has been spotted together on multiple occasions over the past year, including visits to mosques, upscale restaurants in Dubai and Morocco, and romantic strolls at the Pont des Arts in Paris.
Who Is Sheikha Mahra?
Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of UAE Prime Minister and Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Known for her philanthropic work and passion for equestrian sports, Mahra is one of the most recognized figures in Dubai’s younger royal generation.
She pursued her early education in Dubai before moving to London to earn a degree in International Relations, according to Grazia. Mahra’s mother, Zoe Grigorakos, is of Greek origin and is reportedly divorced from Sheikh Mohammed.
Sheikha Mahra’s Public Divorce from Sheikh Mana
The princess made headlines last year when she announced her divorce from Emirati royal Sheikh Mana via Instagram, accusing him of infidelity.
“Dear Husband, as you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce. I divorce you, I divorce you, and I divorce you. Take care. Your ex-wife,” she wrote in July 2024. The former couple shares a daughter born in May 2024.
French Montana’s Previous Marriage
French Montana, born Karim Kharbouch in Morocco and raised in New York, rose to fame with his 2017 global hit Unforgettable and has collaborated with some of the biggest names in hip-hop. He was previously married to entrepreneur Nadeen Kharbouch from 2007 to 2014, and they share a 16-year-old son, Kruz.
Celebrity Reactions and Public Buzz
The engagement has created a wave of global attention, combining royalty with the American music industry. Retired NBA star Paul Pierce praised Montana during an episode of his podcast The Truth After Dark:
“Man, I’m telling you. Us Black men, I’m telling y’all: we need to follow in French Montana’s steps. You see, he cracking,” Pierce said, sparking further conversation online.
What’s Next for the Couple?
Details about the wedding date have not yet been announced. With Sheikha Mahra’s royal background and Montana’s music empire, the ceremony is expected to be one of the most talked-about events in 2025.
