Amelia Lily has announced that she's got engaged to her partner Eddie McQueen (Image: Instagram/Amelia Lily)

X Factor star engaged to late Scots football hero's son

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Former X Factor star Amelia Lily is set to tie the knot with her partner Eddie McQueen, who is the son of Scots football hero Gordon McQueen.

The 30-year-old, who was a finalist on the ITV show in 2011, took to Instagram this week to share the exciting news.

She posted a series of snaps on Thursday night, teasing with a ring emoji: "Mrs McQueen to be."

Amelia proudly displayed her engagement ring in the photos. One snap showed Amelia flaunting the ring while sitting next to her soon-to-be husband Eddie.

The other two pictures gave fans a closer look at the sparkler.

The announcement was met with a flood of congratulations from her followers, including some of her former MTV reality TV co-stars.

Amelia Lily (right) has announced her engagement to her partner Eddie McQueen (left) (Image: Instagram/Amelia Lily)

Eddie's sister, Hayley McQueen, who is a Sky Sports pundit penned: "Can't tell you how excited we all are. Welcome to the family! The best news ever xx."

Chloe Ferry penned: "Congrats." while Vicky Pattison added: "Congratulations gorgeous girl."

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Other well-wishers chimed in with comments like: "So happy for you both, you make a gorgeous couple. Bring on the wedding." and "I am over the moon for you both. The biggest congratulations."

Another follower shared their excitement: "Congratulations beautiful. So excited for you both. The best news ever."

The engagement comes hot on the heels of Amelia's 30th birthday celebrations, where she thanked Eddie for having "spoilt" her on the special day.

She penned a heartfelt message: "The best party with my nearest and dearest. Thank you to everyone that came along, thank you for my gifts and gorgeous messages. Most of all to my big lad Eddie, you totally spoilt me. My best friend. Thank you for making my 30th."

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Just two months earlier, Amelia had expressed her love for Eddie on their anniversary. She shared a video montage of their moments together and in the caption, she called him the "love of her life" and her "best friend".

Amelia's post read: "Happy Anniversary to my absolute soul mate! My ride or die, the love of my life. Eddie you are literally a legend, my legend. You are the best thing that ever happened to me, I feel like we've been together about 10 years (in a good way)."

She continued: "Thank you for constantly making me laugh endless amounts and making me the happiest I've felt in a long time. You're my best friend and I'm so lucky to have you. I can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow. Love you always big guy."

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