The stars aligned when it came to Candice Swanepoel and Hermann Nicoli’s love and admiration for each other, or so we thought. The sweethearts had been together for about 10 years before Hermann popped the question in August 2015. The Brazilian model sealed the proposal with a diamond ring that Swanepoel wore in a since-removed Instagram video posted to her timeline. Per People, the video showcased the massive ring, commemorating the joyous occasion with the caption “Meu eterno namorado,” which roughly translates to “My boyfriend forever” in Nicoli’s native Portuguese.
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The sweet clip showed the dotting couple during better times — they were seen dancing together, basking in their happiness. Although most of their relationship was long-distance due to their careers, the pair often traveled to make time for each other, which seemed like an added benefit of their romance. “It’s important to travel and be apart and miss each other,” she told E! (via Yahoo). “In the beginning, it was a long distance and when you long for something so much, I think it’s a good thing.” Swanepoel alluded to the idea that long-distance was the key to their success and helped them grow closer. She later added that her beau “has helped me a lot through all the experiences and been a rock in my life.”
