Marvel star Simu Liu has revealed that global pop icon Taylor Swift played a behind-the-scenes role in orchestrating his romantic proposal to longtime partner Allison Hsu. Speaking on The Tonight Show on Monday, December 15, the actor shared how Swift’s unexpected involvement elevated what was already a deeply emotional moment for the couple, turning the engagement into an unforgettable surprise.

Liu explained that Hsu, a digital marketing executive, had been a devoted Swift fan long before they met, noting that Taylor Swift’s music played a meaningful role in the early days of their relationship. Determined to make the proposal truly personal, Liu decided to take a chance by reaching out to Swift’s team through her publicist, requesting a short congratulatory video. To his astonishment, Swift delivered a personalized clip within just two days — a gesture that Liu described as nothing short of extraordinary.

The proposal itself took place during a romantic trip to Paris. After popping the question, Liu played Swift’s congratulatory message for Hsu, who was already overwhelmed with emotion. According to the actor, the reaction was immediate and intense. “She just completely lost it,” Liu recalled, describing the message as “the cherry on top” of a moment that quickly became a once-in-a-lifetime memory.

The Shang-Chi star publicly confirmed the engagement in May via Instagram, sharing photos of the couple posing in front of the Eiffel Tower. In a heartfelt caption, Liu wrote, “From weekends in Paris, day trips to Palm Springs, long nights on set, afternoons vegging on the couch and everything in between, I choose you forever and always,” offering fans a glimpse into the bond that led to the proposal’s careful planning.

The engagement story gained additional pop-culture resonance months later when reports emerged that Taylor Swift herself had become engaged to NFL star Travis Kelce in August. The couple reportedly shared celebratory Instagram photos with the playful caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” adding a full-circle moment to a year already filled with headline-making romance.