The relationship between Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion From the

The relationship between Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion: From the eight-year relationship to the climax of the winter engagement on the beach

Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion have been together for almost a decade.

The 30-year-old actor and the 26-year-old model have been together for about eight years and recently got engaged in December.

The engaged couple announced in a joint Instagram post on Tuesday that they will soon be heading to the altar.

The couple previously started dating in 2015, but didn't go public with their relationship until spring 2016.

Over the years they have made numerous appearances together at premieres and awards shows.

The son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver also doesn't shy away from showing off his other half with gushing tributes on his Instagram.

Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion have been together for almost a decade.  The 30-year-old actor and the 26-year-old model have been together for about eight years and recently got engaged in December

Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion have been together for almost a decade. The 30-year-old actor and the 26-year-old model have been together for about eight years and recently got engaged in December

March 2016: Relationship begins

The couple officially announced their relationship on Instagram in March 2016 after months of romance rumors

The couple officially announced their relationship on Instagram in March 2016 after months of romance rumors

The couple officially announced their relationship on Instagram in March 2016 after months of romance rumors.

They were previously romantically linked in September 2015 when they were spotted together.

October 2017: Red carpet debut

In October 2017, the couple made one of their first red carpet debuts.

The couple attended the premiere of National Geographic's “The Long Road Home” together in Los Angeles.

Schwarzenegger starred in the eight-part series based on Martha Raddatz's bestselling novel of the same name, and Champion served as a supportive friend.

April 2018: Coachella

In April 2018, the couple wore matching outfits at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival in Indio Valley, California

In April 2018, the couple wore matching outfits at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival in Indio Valley, California

Champion later shared a photo of her kissing him on the cheek at the festival as a lavish birthday celebration for her now-fiancé

Champion later shared a photo of her kissing him on the cheek at the festival as a lavish birthday celebration for her now-fiancé

In April 2018, the couple wore matching outfits at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival in Indio Valley, California.

A few months later, in September, the couple posed for a stunning photo shoot and feature for Vogue Spain.

Since then they have worked together on a number of modeling projects.

February 2019: New York Fashion Week

In February 2019, the couple made another public appearance at New York Fashion Week.  Schwarzenegger and Champion wore matching outfits as they sat front row at the John Elliot Fall/Winter 2019 show

In February 2019, the couple made another public appearance at New York Fashion Week. Schwarzenegger and Champion wore matching outfits as they sat front row at the John Elliot Fall/Winter 2019 show

In February 2019, the couple made another public appearance at New York Fashion Week.

Schwarzenegger and Champion wore matching outfits as they sat front row at the John Elliot Fall/Winter 2019 show.

April 2019: Stagecoach

In April 2019, the couple attended the biggest party in the country and were spotted at Stagecoach in Indio Valley, California

In April 2019, the couple attended the biggest party in the country and were spotted at Stagecoach in Indio Valley, California

In April 2019, the couple attended the biggest party in the country and were spotted at Stagecoach in Indio Valley, California.

A few months later, the couple's relationship achieved poster status.

They collaborated on the Fall 2019 Calvin Jeans campaign and Schwarzenegger shared an Instagram post of himself standing in front of their billboard in New York City.

That same month, he gushed to E! News about how Champion has a girlfriend supporting him.

“I think the best thing about having her by my side is that she's always on my side and wants the best for me and brings out the best in me,” he told the outlet at the time.

“I always say that in a relationship you have to be each other's biggest cheerleader,” he continued. “Build each other up.” And that's what she does for me.'

October 2019: Casamigos costume party

In October 2019, the couple won the award for Best Couple Costume when they dressed up as Austin Powers and Fembot for Halloween while attending a Casamigos party in Beverly Hills

In October 2019, the couple won the award for Best Couple Costume when they dressed up as Austin Powers and Fembot for Halloween while attending a Casamigos party in Beverly Hills

The following month of October, the couple won the award for Best Couple Costume when they dressed up as Austin Powers and Fembot for Halloween while attending a Casamigos party in Beverly Hills.

This past Halloween, the two opted for custom costumes while attending Kendall Jenner's star-studded party in Los Angeles.

Champion dressed as Mia from The Princess Diaries to Schwarzenegger's Elvis.

April 2020: Easter

In April 2020, the couple spent an adventurous and “fun” Easter together.  Schwarzenegger shared an Instagram post of them celebrating Easter and baking together

In April 2020, the couple spent an adventurous and “fun” Easter together. Schwarzenegger shared an Instagram post of them celebrating Easter and baking together

In April 2020, the couple spent an adventurous and “fun” Easter together.

Schwarzenegger shared an Instagram post of them celebrating Easter and baking together.

Alongside the couple posing with their bunny-shaped cake and a stunning arrangement of pink roses, he wrote: “THIS CAKE TOOK US 6 HOURS!”

He explained that it was a long process that also led to several disagreements, but in the end it was successful.

“We burned 1 cake, one was overfilled and dripped everywhere and destroyed the oven… We fought twice in the process too!!” And yes… It was so much fun!'

November 2020: CMA Awards

In November 2020, the couple made another public appearance together at the CMA Awards wearing matching cream looks

In November 2020, the couple made another public appearance together at the CMA Awards wearing matching cream looks

He previously gushed about how supportive Champion was and what she meant to him.  “I think the best thing about having her by my side is that she is always on my side, wants the best for me and brings out the best in me.”

He previously gushed about how supportive Champion was and what she meant to him. “I think the best thing about having her by my side is that she is always on my side, wants the best for me and brings out the best in me.”

In November 2020, the couple made another red carpet appearance at the CMA Awards.

They modeled coordinated cream looks for the special occasion.

March 2021: First evening after the end of the COVID-19 quarantine

In March 2021, Schwarzenegger shared a photo of the two enjoying cocktails together in public on

In March 2021, Schwarzenegger shared a photo of the two enjoying cocktails together in public on “date night” after quarantine ended

In March 2021, Schwarzenegger shared a photo of the two enjoying cocktails together in public on “date night” after the COVID-19 quarantine ended.

The couple enjoyed a romantic date at a beachside restaurant and sipped fruity cocktails together.

The sweet couple often pays effusive tributes to each other on their festive days.

February 2022: Abby's 25th birthday party

The couple enjoyed a romantic date at a beachside restaurant and sipped fruity cocktails together

The couple enjoyed a romantic date at a beachside restaurant and sipped fruity cocktails together

In February 2022, Schwarzenegger celebrated Champion's 25th birthday with an adorable beach selfie and gushing post.

“Happy 25th birthday @abbychampion,” he wrote in the sweet tribute. “I love this girl so much!!”

In the lengthy post, he continued to list his favorite qualities and habits about her: “Such a hard worker.” So beautiful. Faithful. Drink 2 cups of coffee! Loves ice cream. Loves their sugary cocktails. Also love Jesus and America. I can't wait for you [sic] back in town.'

June 2022: The Terminal List premieres in LA

In June 2022, the couple attended the premiere of The Terminal List in Los Angeles.  Schwarzenegger starred alongside his brother-in-law Chris Pratt in the Prime Video thriller

In June 2022, the couple attended the premiere of The Terminal List in Los Angeles. Schwarzenegger starred alongside his brother-in-law Chris Pratt in the Prime Video thriller

In June 2022, the couple attended the premiere of The Terminal List in Los Angeles.

Schwarzenegger starred alongside his brother-in-law Chris Pratt in the Prime Video thriller.

Summer 2022: Trip to Capri, Italy

In the summer of 2022, the couple spent a summer vacation in Capri, Italy

In the summer of 2022, the couple spent a summer vacation in Capri, Italy

In the summer of 2022, the couple spent a summer vacation in Capri, Italy.

He shared photos of them sipping espresso martinis together in front of a scenic view and enjoying spa days together in matching bathrobes.

September 2023: Abby posts a sweet tribute on Patrick's birthday

He shared snaps of them sipping espresso martinis together in front of a scenic view

He shared snaps of them sipping espresso martinis together in front of a scenic view

They also enjoyed spa days together in matching bathrobes

They also enjoyed spa days together in matching bathrobes

Most recently, Champion shared a sweet Instagram tribute to Schwarzenegger's 30th birthday in September 2023.

“Happy birthday to my sweet, handsome, hardworking and goofy boyfriend!” she wrote. 'I love you so much!'

That same month, they were also spotted packing on the PDA during Milan Fashion Week.

December 2023: Engagement after eight years

On Tuesday, Schwarzenegger and Champion shared a joint Instagram post revealing that he had popped the question

On Tuesday, Schwarzenegger and Champion shared a joint Instagram post revealing that he had popped the question

The couple beamed as they stood in front of a stunning display of red roses arranged in a heart with petals surrounding their feet

The couple beamed as they stood in front of a stunning display of red roses arranged in a heart with petals surrounding their feet

They later celebrated with their family and posed with a stunning cake to congratulate them on their engagement

They later celebrated with their family and posed with a stunning cake to congratulate them on their engagement

This month the couple spent Christmas with the Schwarzenegger family as he was spotted meeting his sister Katherine Schwarzenegger and her husband Christ Pratt on Monday.

On Tuesday, Schwarzenegger and Champion shared a joint Instagram post revealing that he had popped the question.

Alongside a series of photos from a beach proposal, the couple wrote: “Forever and ever.”

A stunning snap showed Schwarzenegger planting a kiss on his now-fiancée's cheek as she showed off her sparkling double diamond ring.

The couple beamed as they stood in front of a stunning display of red roses arranged in a heart with petals surrounding their feet.

They later celebrated with their family and posed with a stunning cake to congratulate them on their engagement.