Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 17, 2025 · Entertainment

Bella Thorne's Second Proposal Sparks Debate: Love or Overkill?

Bella Thorne pulled a bizarre stunt on her fiancé Mark Emms that had her fans flooding the comments section of her social media page with mixed reactions

Bella Thorne Sparks Outrage with Bizarre Proposal Stunt - But Will It Last?

In a jaw-dropping move that's left fans and followers scratching their heads, actress Bella Thorne has pulled off an astonishing stunt by proposing to her fiancé Mark Emms... again! Yes, you read that right. Just one year after Emms popped the question, Thorne decided to get down on one knee and ask him to marry her once more.

The 27-year-old Disney alum took to Instagram to share a series of photos and videos showcasing the romantic at-home proposal, complete with flowers, candles, and an emerald-cut diamond ring. But what's got everyone talking is that this isn't the first time Emms has been proposed to - he was the one who originally asked Thorne to marry him in May 2023!

Fans of the 27-year-old actress seemed wholly divided when she shared an Instagram post proposing to her partner ¿ one year after he had already proposed to her

According to sources close to the couple, they met at Cara Delevingne's birthday party back in August 2022 and quickly hit it off. Nine months into their whirlwind romance, Emms surprised Thorne with a massive diamond ring, sparking widespread speculation about their impending nuptials.

Fast forward to now, and it seems like Thorne has decided to give her fiancé the ultimate surprise - a second proposal! Fans are torn on whether this is a sweet gesture or an over-the-top display of love. While some are cheering Thorne on, others are calling her out for being too extra.

"This is just crazy!" one fan exclaimed in the comments section of Thorne's Instagram post. "If he already proposed, why did you do it again? It's like, dude, she said yes once, let it be!"

She got down on one knee in the living room of their home, which was decorated with flowers and lit candles

But not everyone agrees. Many fans are coming to Thorne's defense, claiming that proposing is a special moment that should be experienced by both partners.

"I love this!" one Instagram user wrote. "It's so sweet and romantic. Why can't they just enjoy the moment and not worry about what others think?"

Another fan chimed in, "If he didn't propose when he did, I would've proposed to my partner too! It's all about the journey, darling."

Thorne also snapped a photo of her future husband with a wide-eyed, smiling expression and his arms in the air as he posed underneath dozens of red heart balloons

However, some are taking a more skeptical approach, wondering if this is all just a publicity stunt. After all, Thorne has been open about her high-profile feuds and controversies in the past.

As the drama unfolds, one thing is clear - Bella Thorne and Mark Emms are at the center of it all. Will their love last despite the controversy? Only time will tell!

In related news, Thorne made headlines earlier this year for calling out a major male pop star who allegedly tried to get her into bed after she refused his advances. The actress has been vocal about standing up for herself and speaking her mind.

In May 2023, she announced that Emms had proposed to her the day before Mother's Day at her house, popping the question with a massive, emerald-cut diamond ring

The proposal itself was captured in all its glory on Thorne's Instagram feed, with photos and videos showcasing the romantic setting, complete with red and white flowers, candles, and a sparkler-lit backdrop.

Emms, who got down on one knee to match Thorne, looked smitten as he accepted her second proposal. In one adorable photo, he's seen posing underneath a sea of red heart balloons, while in another, he's captured snuggling up close to his fiancée with a wide-eyed expression.

Thorne also shared several selfies showcasing the special moment, including one where she's hugging Emms from behind and another where they're embracing in a tender kiss.

The pair were first romantically linked in August 2022 after meeting at Cara Delevingne's birthday party that year. He asked her to marry him nine months after they started dating; pictured July 2024 in San Diego

As for their future plans, sources close to the couple claim that they've already started planning their wedding - envisioning a picturesque countryside ceremony in Emms' native U.K.

Only time will tell if Thorne and Emms will make it down the aisle. But one thing's for sure - this proposal stunt is one for the books!

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The Disney child star included photos and videos from different angles of her low-key, at-home proposal

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During her proposal, the film producer also got down on his knees so that they were eye level

In addition to the clips of her proposal, she also included several snapshots of the romantic setting with red and white flowers around the room

She also set up many candles of the same color scheme around the room to set the mood

Many of her fans took to the comments section to share their opinions on her popping the question again ¿ as some gushed with praise and others harshly criticized her

Another fan commented a crying emoji and added: 'Girl stand up'

'Girls in 2024: he said yeeesss,' a social media user wrote with sarcasm alongside a teary-eyed, smiling emoji as well as a wedding ring and a man with a mustache in bridal wear

Many other people left memes and GIFs with shocked or concerned expressions in her comments section too

Another person wrote: 'Ok ladies let's not normalize this, okay?'

While many were critical of Thorne's choice to get down on one knee, there were also a slew of fans voicing their support. 'Why are people hating?! This is so sweet,' one social media user commented

'Cuties,' another fan added alongside a red heart emoji. 'So happy for you'

'There's absolutely nothing wrong with this! Congratulations,' one Instagram user wrote

Another fan gushed that her proposal was 'the cutest thing I saw today!'

'[I don't care] what [people] say this is cute! My fiancé proposed to me January '24. I proposed to her this month. Your partner needs to experience these things too,' one comment read

'Why [is] everyone saying let's not normalize this? THIS IS ADORABLE,' another person wrote