AceShowbiz - Usain Bolt proposed to his longtime girlfriend Kasi Bennett during his 40th birthday celebration, marking a major milestone in their relationship. The surprise engagement took place in front of family and friends as Bolt popped the question while speaking into a microphone, catching Bennett completely off guard.

The couple, who have been together since 2013, share three children: 6-year-old daughter Olympia Lightning Bolt and 5-year-old twin sons Thunder Bolt and Saint Leo Bolt. Bennett wore a sparkling, form-fitting gown for the occasion and showed off a stunning five-carat oval-cut diamond ring gifted by Bolt. The celebration featured close family and friends, with Bennett capturing emotional engagement moments and dancing on her Instagram story.

Leading up to the party, Bennett had posted heartfelt tributes to Bolt on Instagram, praising him as an incredible father and the center of their family life. She expressed pride in the life they have built together, sharing photos of the couple with their children. Meanwhile, Bolt has previously spoken about his parents being role models for relationships and his desire to take his time to ensure everything is perfect before marriage.

Usain Bolt is widely recognized as the greatest sprinter of all time, holding the men’s world record for the 100-meter dash at 9.58 seconds and eight Olympic gold medals. He rose to fame as the youngest-ever winner at the 2002 World Junior Championships for the 200 meters and appeared as himself in the documentary I Am Bolt. Bolt and Bennett made their relationship public during the 2016 Rio Olympics, where he secured his final Olympic gold medals.

This engagement marks a significant new chapter for Bolt and Bennett, solidifying their decade-long partnership as they continue to raise their family. For Bolt, celebrated as a global sports icon, this personal milestone reflects his commitment to family and building a lasting future beyond his legendary track career.