Lovely One Life to Live and 30 Rock actress Katrina Bowden just got engaged to musician Adam Taylor from reggae band Iration on September 22, 2023. Congrats to our lovely couple!
Aside from their engagement and love story, we tackle her lovely ring. We got on an EXCLUSIVE phone call with GIA-certified jewelry specialist Benjamin Khordipour G.D. of NYC’s Estate Diamond Jewelry for a professional appraisal. Click here to see what he said.
Katrina Bowden’s Engagement Ring from Adam Taylor
Adam and Katrina were on the lovely beachside in Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy, when he got down on one knee and promised her forever love with a beautiful ring. It featured a 4-carat, round-cut diamond secured with a 6-prong setting on a gold band.
Her joint Instagram post with her hubby captivated the hearts of fans and the press, with her caption, “Happy to announce… we are no longer dating 💛.”
The ring combines classic elegance and vintage design. The round-cut diamond on a gold band combination produces warm tones. It also maximizes the diamond’s fire and brilliance. Meanwhile, the milgrain shank with small diamonds and its bow-like crossover motif are lovely throwbacks to the Art Deco movement from the 1930s.
Katrina and Adam celebrated her birthday on September 19 with a romantic vacation in Rome. He planned the proposal to happen after her birthday by setting up a secluded special area with a beautiful panoramic view of the Amalfi Coast, Portofino.
Adam then hired a boat to get to the private beach to set up a breathtaking proposal of a lifetime.
Katrina recounted the events leading to her special day, “He rented a boat for the day, we found a small totally empty beach, anchored and swam ashore with a dry bag to hang for a while. He set up a mini tripod to take a photo of us since all we have are selfies so far. Then he came in to take the shot and got down on one knee and gave me the most special, surprising, beautiful moment❤️.”
She was in tears and was so happy, joking, “I cried like an absolute loser. Also, the ring blinded me, so my eyes were in pain. It was the happiest, most perfect day of my life.”
How Much is Katrina Bowden’s Engagement Ring?
Our phone call with Benjamin Khordipour G.D., the Gemological Institute of America-certified jewelry specialist from Estate Diamond Jewelry, revealed further details and insights on this ring.
He placed the ring value at $610,000. Aside from the ring’s expert craftsmanship and design, is the high-quality diamond. It has an F color grade and VVS clarity level, making it an exceptional diamond.
Getting to Know Katrina and Adam
Many TV viewers across the USA and the rest of the world first fell in love with actress Katrina Bowden in her role in NBC’s sitcom, 30 Rock. She is Cerie, the lovely receptionist. After a successful first season, she returned for the second one, becoming a regular cast member.
She also starred in popular shows, including One Life to Live, Ugly Betty, Psych, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Katrina also starred in comedies, horror movies, thrillers, and dramas, including Scary Movie 5, Sex Drive, American Reunion, Tucker & Dale vs. Evil, and Piranha 3D.
You may have seen her in popular music videos, such as “Dance, Dance” by Fall Out Boy, “Good Day” by Jewel, “After Hours” by We Are Scientists, and “Miss Jackson” by Panic! at the Disco.
Katrina Bowden had a previous marriage to Armor for Sleep singer and guitarist Ben Jorgensen in May 2013. However, they divorced in December 2020.
Adam Taylor is the bassist for reggae pop band Iration, who formed in 2004 and are all from Hawaii. To date, they have 9 albums, 3 EPs, and a live album.
The band has toured nationally since 2008 and has performed at festivals like Hangout, Sunfest, and Lollapalooza. They’ve also closed stages at Outside Lands and Bottlerock. Aside from being musically gifted, Adam has a bachelor’s degree in Communication. Although we don’t know much about Adam, it’s clear that he is smitten with Katrina, and we hope their love will last a lifetime.
Katrina and Adam’s Love Story
Katrina was in Oahu, Hawaii in 2021 on vacation when she first met Adam. Drake Peterson, his bandmate and the trumpet player for Iration, introduced them.
Adam became his tour guide that day. The two had instant chemistry and had a good time hanging out, and were soon dating.
They became official when Adam posted her on his Instagram in October 2021. The sweethearts regularly post fun and romantic times together on their IG, creating lots of memories over the years.
Adam and Katrina married in Hawaii on November 8, 2024, with the same Drake Peterson himself officiating their wedding. She paired her gorgeous engagement ring with an eternity wedding band from Keyzar, which also created Adam’s wedding ring.
They exchanged wedding vows while wearing beautiful Hawaiian leis. Katrina looked super lovely in a sleeveless, spaghetti strap wedding dress with a V neck and backless design and a Court train. Adam was handsome in his grey suit and brown leather shoes.
They welcomed their baby daughter Rowyn Sage Taylor on October 12, 2025.
