X Factor star Amelia Lily engaged as she shows off ring in selfie with fiance

X Factor star Amelia Lily has announced her engagement in a post on social media this week, with the singer having showcased the ring in a series of photos shared with fans

Former X Factor contestant Amelia Lily has announced that she's got engaged to her partner Eddie McQueen.

The singer, 30, shared the news with fans on Instagram this week and teased: "Mrs McQueen to be." She posted a series of photos for the occasion, in which she showed off the engagement ring. One photo showed Amelia and her partner Eddie together.

The news has prompted well wishes on Instagram including from fellow celebrities. Chloe Ferry wrote: "Congrats." Whilst Vicky Pattison commented: "Congratulations gorgeous."

The engagement news comes just days after Amelia celebrated her 30th birthday. She shared a series of photos from her party and thanked Eddie for having "spoilt" her. Amelia wrote: "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."

The couple celebrated their anniversary in August. Paying tribute to Eddie, Amelia wrote at the time: "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). 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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