Why Fans Think Bethenny Frankel May Be Engaged

It would be hard to miss a piece of jewelry the size of the ring Bethenny Frankel just wore while frolicking on the beach in Florida over the weekend (via Us Weekly). Indeed, The Real Housewives of New York alum had the internet buzzing that she had gotten engaged upon sporting the massive gem during a vacation with her on-again-off-again boyfriend, Paul Bernon. Page Six reports the couple is back together following a breakup — they previously dated for two years.

It's worth noting that Frankel may actually be legally married to Jason Hoppy. As of September of last year, she confirmed the former couple was still bound by the law, even though they broke up eight years ago (via People). The contentious pair got hitched in 2010, and separated two years later.

Since ending her relationship with Hoppy, the reality star has dated several men, saying about Bernon in 2019, "I was really into Paul, and we went out a couple of times, and I just wasn't really ready. Like, I was too needy, if that makes any sense? I wanted someone to give me a guarantee this is the guy because I didn't wanna get hurt" (via OK!).

The two exes would rekindle their romance after Frankel's then-boyfriend, banker Dennis Shields, died in August of 2019, with the mom of one explaining, "It was great because I had a history with him and I sort of trusted him" (via The Hollywood Reporter).

Bernon, a Boston native and the founder of a production company, and Frankel, were rumored to be back on in January of 2021 after a hiatus (via Hollywood Life). He previously said in a birthday Instagram post about his possible future wife, "You have brought me true happiness, and I'm so lucky to have you in my life. No one is smarter, funnier, or makes a bigger impact to help those around us. Thank you for being the most loving partner."

At time of writing, Frankel had not confirmed or denied engagement chatter. We can't wait to see what is in store for the Skinnygirl mogul either way.