Halle Berry made her first red carpet appearance since unveiling her engagement to her longtime partner, Van Hint, last week. The actress stepped out for the Crime 101 premiere in Los Angeles on February 10, and she sure made a sartorial statement that complimented her vintage sapphire and diamond ring.
The star donned a sleek tailored number from Gucci's spring/summer 2026 collection. The ensemble featured a black silk blouse with a plunging neckline, accented by a flared upright collar and loose tie detailing. It was paired with tailored black trousers and a matching cropped blazer, designed with a waist-cinching silhouette for a polished finish.
Halle accessorized with Cartier's Panthére de Cartier Necklace and Cartier's Love Single Earrings Multiwear Half-Paved. Her luscious brunette locks were swept back into an elegant updo with face-framing bangs while her makeup oozed soft glam, courtesy of a smoky eye, a pinch of blush, and a glossy lip.
© FilmMagicJewellery expert Nilesh Rakholia spoke to us about Halle's ring and estimated its worth to be around "six-figures". "Halle Berry's selection of the architectural, grid-set band is an excellent illustration of how an engagement ring may serve as a symbol of personal identity and history," they shared. "This is an intentional break from typical Hollywood glamour, with the jewels serving as a structural statement of self-assurance rather than simply a sign of romance."
Nilesh continued: "The ring's main attraction is the striking contrast of a 1.5- to 2-carat Old European Cut diamond against a disciplined mosaic of dark accent stones. The focus is solely on the contrast between the diamond's historical 'fire' and the geometric accuracy of the surrounding grid. The use of deep blue sapphires or onyx emphasises the richness of 18k yellow gold, a combination that typifies the 'Retro' period's preference for hefty, substantial forms."
© WireImage"The thick gold band and rough cluster setting create a structured frame that immediately indicates great value and an unwillingness to conform to current, delicate trends. This sort of mid-century design indicates a historical love for one-of-a-kind heirlooms, shifting away from mass-market luxury and toward an item that feels both curated and ancient."
Nilesh revealed that, given its delicate design and sizable gemstones, Halle’s ring likely came with an eye-watering price tag. "Given the technical sophistication necessary to set over 20 jewels in such a precise architectural grid, the artistry alone is worth a hefty premium," they said. " A customised vintage acquisition of this level, containing a rare antique-cut centre stone and high-quality accent jewels, would comfortably fit in the six-figure bracket, making it one of the most stylistically different pieces in recent celebrity history."
© WireImageThe actress opened up to People about her engagement at the premiere as she reflected on how she knew Van was "the one". "You know, you get to be 54, you just kind of done it a few times, three, to be exact," she shared. "You just kind of know when it's right, 'cause you know when it's wrong."
Halle revealed the exciting news during an interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon last week. "Well, there's some confusion that he asked to marry me and I said no," she shared. "No, that's not the case. I did not say no. We just don't have a date. But of course I said I would marry him! He did put a little ring on it."
Halle and Van confirmed they were officially dating on 12 September 2020 and made their red carpet-debut at the Oscars on 25 April 2021. Prior to her romance with the record producer, the actress was previously married three times: to David Justice from 1993 to 1997, to Eric Benét from 2001 to 2005 and to Olivier Martinez from 2013 to 2016.
