French Montana and Sheikha Mahra Maktoum: A Royal Engagement

French Montana is reportedly engaged to Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, known as Mahra Maktoum. The couple got engaged in June during Paris Fashion Week and managed to keep their relationship under wraps until recently. French Montana, 40, walked the runway at the 3.Paradis spring/summer 2026 show, while Mahra Maktoum, 31, is the daughter of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the prime minister of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of Dubai.
According to a news release, wedding plans are in progress, but specific dates and arrangements are still being finalized by both families. Representatives have confirmed that both families are excited and supportive of the upcoming nuptials. This will be the second marriage for both French Montana and Mahra Maktoum. Mahra Maktoum was previously married to UAE businessman Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum, with whom she shares a young daughter. French Montana was previously married to entrepreneur Nadeen Palmer, also known as Deen Kharbouch, with whom he has a son.
French Montana, born Karim Kharbouch, was raised in Morocco before moving to the United States as a tween. He previously dated Khloé Kardashian in 2014 and has remained friends with her since their split. The couple is looking forward to their upcoming wedding, and fans are eagerly awaiting more details about the ceremony and celebration.