Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz Engaged

After months of speculation and false reports, Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz have announced that they are engaged, with Wentz posting a message on his website to say, "we are thrilled".

Gossip columns and tabloids have been speculating about a possible engagement for the couple for the past 12 months.

The pair confirmed the news on Wednesday (April 10), writing on Wentz's website:

"We know there has been a lot of speculation recently about Pete and I, and we wanted our fans to be the first to know, because you guys are the best. Yes, we are thrilled to share that we are happily engaged. Thank you for all of your support and well wishes - it means the world to us. We consider this to be a very private matter, but we wanted you to hear it straight from us."