Dave Roelvink and Marijn Kuipers are Engaged

Dutch television personality Dave Roelvink proposed to Marijn Kuipers during a romantic getaway in Lapland, Finland. The engagement, which took place on March 12, 2026, surprised Kuipers, who expected a longer courtship before receiving a proposal.

A Surprise Proposal in a Winter Wonderland

Roelvink spent six months planning the proposal, creating a private and intimate setting for the occasion. He arranged a secluded tipitent in the snowy forest, complete with a campfire and marshmallows. Shownieuws reports that Roelvink playfully warned Kuipers that repeatedly asking about marriage would only delay the proposal by another six months.

How They Met

The couple first connected through a dating app, as reported by Instagram. Their relationship blossomed from there, leading to this significant milestone.

Marijn’s Reaction

Kuipers expressed her delight and surprise, stating she hadn’t anticipated a proposal so soon, but was very happy. “Zo snel verloven had ik niet verwacht, maar ik hoopte het wel heel erg!” (I didn’t expect to get engaged so quickly, but I really hoped it would happen!), she told Shownieuws.

Wedding Plans

The couple intends to enjoy their engagement period before planning their wedding. Roelvink expressed a desire to savor the time as a couple before moving forward with wedding preparations. Shownieuws reports that they plan to enjoy being engaged for a while before tying the knot.