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When it comes to R&B singers, Kenny Lattimore keeps a low profile. You didn’t see him arguing with the youngins and the old heads during the King of R&B debate that got too far out of hand. Instead, he quietly plays his position offering up some soothing vocals when called upon.
But apparently, he’s out here living a pretty decent life.
So much so that Lattimore, 49, recently took to Instagram to announce his engagement to Judge Faith Jenkins.
He captioned the picture of the two of them standing side by side with a little note to Jenkins.
“Faith, I am forever grateful to God for His faithfulness in sending me you. To say you are the total package is a vast understatement. You are powerful and passionate about life and yet your presence brings me so much peace. Your drive and ambition never cease to amaze me and your heart is filled with love & empathy for others. Everything you do on and off tv is done with dignity and grace – it’s why you’re an inspiration to so many, including me. I posted my song “Deserve” last week as it says everything about us that I feel. “We have something so rare … you don’t deserve the wait any longer. I’m ready to make you mine forever.” â£
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I’m honored you said YES to our forever! â£
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A special thank you to Aaron & Adrian Lindsey, Pastor Brian for our pre-engagement counseling, @Devonfranklin for you & Megan’s friendship and leadership with #TheWait, Jaumel Farley (for helping with my proposal surprise) & our family & friends for your tremendous support.”
Jenkins shared the same picture on her Instagram with a different message.
“Some personal news: I’m engaged! â£
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â£Many of you know @kennylattimoreas an incredibly talented vocalist and while I couldn’t be more proud of his legendary work as an artist — to me (and all who know him personally) —- it’s who he is on the inside that makes him a star. His beautiful spirit has captured my heart. â¤ï¸â£
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Kenny: you are one of the kindest, most genuine souls on the planet. I’ve never met anyone like you. In a world where I was told my standards were too high, you came in my life from day one & exceeded them all! You made me thankful that I refused to settle. You showed me the essence & integrity of true love. The first time you took me by the hand to lead us in prayer I knew this would be different. And I was right. (just remember, I’m always right 😆) You embody all I’ve ever wanted in a life partner. And on top of it all you’re an amazing dad. â¤ï¸â£â£
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I always knew you existed 😩😆
For those of who may not be familiar, Jenkins, 41, is a former Wall Street litigator, criminal prosecutor and now a judge on a nationally syndicated television show, “Judge Faith,” which has been on the air for nearly five years.
Originally from Louisiana, Jenkins was Miss Louisiana in 2000 and was first runner up in the 2001 Miss America pageant. Jenkins earned her J.D. from Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA, graduating number one in her class.
There have been rumors that Jenkins was hiding a husband but so far no one has been able to produce any substantive receipts.
This is the second marriage for Lattimore, who was famously married to fellow singer Chante Moore from 2002 to 2011. The two share a 16-year-old son together, Kenny Jr.
