Gillett’s social media showcases their many adventures, including vacations, family time, and seeing Metallica in concert. She has previously referred to Hetfield as “my person” and “the joy of my life,” indicating that there is a very deep bond between them.
In a comment on a photo of the couple, photographer Lee Jeffries (who has worked with Metallica) said, “I have witnessed the beautiful connection you both share… Your connection is truly something special! What an amazing way to propose!”
Hetfield was previously married to Francesca Hetfield from 1997 to 2022. They have three children together. The engagement of Hetfield and Gillett starts a new chapter for the Metallica vocalist as the band begins a European leg to their M72 World Tour in May.
Fans and friends have posted many messages on social media congratulating the couple for the aquatic “rock ‘n’ roll” proposal.
On Wednesday, March 15, 2023, Metallica frontman James Hetfield revealed he proposed to his girlfriend, Adriana Gillett, by scuba diving and asking her to marry him.
In addition to celebrating Gillett’s 62nd birthday, the two also went on vacation together and swam with Whale Sharks, which made Hetfield’s proposal an even more special occasion for her. In a photo shared by Metallica on their official Instagram account, Hetfield can be seen wearing scuba gear and holding a sign that reads: “Adriana Gillett, will you marry me?” Gillett can be seen giving Hetfield a thumbs-up while holding a ring box. An accompanying caption simply read, “She said YES!”
Along with Hetfield’s post, Gillett also posted about their engagement on her own Instagram and wrote: “The BEST birthday trip surprise could not be outdone! I swam with Whale Sharks on Friday the 13th, had the most unique, special, and romantic Pisces proposal I could have ever imagined🙌💍🤍! We found each other in a Sea of Fish! 🦈 Thank you, God, for our lives together🐋🦈.”