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Shadée Monique Says Yes to Joe Budden's Proposal
30 Aug
Summary
- Shadée Monique accepted a proposal from Joe Budden.
- The couple has been together since the summer of 2019.
- Wedding plans were previously discussed on their podcast.

Joe Budden's partner, Shadée Monique, has accepted his proposal. The entrepreneur and co-host of 'Pod Wives' said yes shortly before Budden's 46th birthday on August 31, 2026. The couple, who began their relationship in the summer of 2019, recently marked their 7th anniversary in July 2026. This engagement aligns with their previous discussions about wedding plans on their shared podcast.
Monique, a Houston native and owner of the clothing boutique Bawdy Essentials, co-hosts 'Pod Wives' with Budden. She is also a familiar voice on 'The Joe Budden Podcast'. The couple made their relationship public gradually, starting with a subtle announcement in June 2021. By July 2022, Budden made their relationship official with a post celebrating their 3rd anniversary, expressing hope for a lifetime together.