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In a touching and candid revelation, Rebel Wilson opens up about the enchanting love story she shares with her fiancée Ramona Agruma in her upcoming memoir, “Rebel Rising: A Memoir.” The acclaimed 44-year-old actress, best known for her roles in “Pitch Perfect” and “Isn’t It Romantic,” delves into the origins of their relationship, highlighting the instant connection they shared and the journey that led them to their engagement and the joyous arrival of their daughter, Royce Lillian, via surrogate.
Wilson fondly recalls the pivotal moment when she first encountered Agruma, vividly painting the scene of their initial rendezvous at the Hotel Bel-Air for their inaugural date. Despite feeling nervous and uncertain, Wilson recounts experiencing an immediate spark with Agruma, as they bonded over lunch, forging an intimate connection that left a lasting impression on both of them. The actress candidly shares her apprehensions about her limited experience with women, juxtaposed with the overwhelming attraction and emotional bond she felt with Agruma.
In an excerpt from her memoir shared via PEOPLE, Wilson reminisces, “She set up our first date for a few hours after I landed: lunch at the Hotel Bel-Air. I’m so nervous. I’m also worried that if Ramona and I do hit it off, I don’t have much sexual experience with a woman. And I’ve only had time to read half of the Girl Sex 101 book. We both order food and we try to eat, but we can’t really eat anything. And so … well … I don’t want to embarrass Ramona, but … we instead opt to go to the bathroom and make out.”
Continuing to narrate their blossoming romance, Wilson reveals how she invited Agruma to her house in LA, leading to a profound connection between them. “‘I think you need to come back to my house,’ I say. I’ve never just invited someone straight back home, but I’m only in L.A. for the week. I take her to my bedroom. We just … connect. It feels beautiful,” she adds.
Their relationship flourished rapidly, fueled by FaceTime conversations and phone calls that deepened their bond. Wilson recounts the serendipitous circumstances that led to their first in-person meeting, orchestrated by their mutual friend, Australian actor Hugh Sheridan.
But the pinnacle of their love story came when Wilson proposed to Agruma, orchestrating a heartfelt and memorable moment disguised as a trip to Disneyland. “Ramona sees the pastel rose petals all over the ground and the roses in vases. I tell her how special she is to me. And then I get down on one knee and open the ring box. I end with ‘So in this cliché way, on this cliché day, Ramona Agruma, will you marry me?’ ‘Yes,’ she says through the tears streaming down her face,” Wilson fondly recalls.
Following their engagement, Wilson and Agruma embraced the joyous milestone of parenthood with the birth of their daughter, Royce Lillian, born via surrogacy in November 2022.
“Rebel Rising,” slated for release on April 2, 2024, promises to offer readers a poignant reflection of Wilson’s personal and professional journey, providing insight into the highs and lows of her life. As fans eagerly await the memoir’s release, they can anticipate being captivated by the heartwarming love story shared by Wilson and Agruma, a tale of romance, resilience, and newfound joy.