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Tebow told PEOPLE about his feelings before the big moment. “I actually wasn’t really nervous. I was excited,\" he said. \"I wanted everything to be perfect and to go smoothly. But I wasn’t nervous to actually ask her.”

The engagement reportedly took place at Tebow's family’s farm in Florida, according to PEOPLE. Family and friends joined the couple immediately after to celebrate.

Nel-Peters also shared the photos on her Instagram, writing, \"Any dreams I’ve ever had, you’ve exceeded them all! I love you and I can’t wait to spend forever with you!\"

“I’m so excited for the wedding,\" she told PEOPLE.

Tebow often shares images with Nel-Peters on his account. When she passed on her Miss Universe crown in December, he shared a supportive message, commending her for her work in the role.

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Happy new year everybody!

A post shared by Tim Tebow (@timtebow) on Dec 31, 2018 at 10:15pm PST

\"You represented Miss. Universe so well!\" he wrote. \"You’re an incredible role model, and carry yourself with beauty, kindness, and grace. I’m so proud of you!\"

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