A Timeline of Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton's Low-Key Romance

Fans spotted a diamond ring on Ashton's finger in some behind-the-scenes BAFTAs photos, including one shared by TV presenter AJ Odudu. In her photo, Odudu is posing with Ashton and Hiddleston, and Ashton's large ring is clearly there. People confirmed the engagement, though neither of the actors' reps commented.

But while fans caught on to the engagement during the BAFTAs, it turns out Ashton was spotted with the ring months earlier — as far back as November 2021. So while we don't know exactly when Ashton and Hiddleston got engaged, it's safe to assume it was long before anyone realized it. And knowing how intensely private this couple is, we may never find out for sure.