Chris Evans, known for his role as Captain America, recently shared details about his romantic proposal to his wife, Alba Baptista. The couple, who married in September 2023, have largely kept their relationship private. However, Evans has now revealed the special effort he made to propose in Baptista's native language, Portuguese.

Speaking at the New York City premiere of his new film, "Materialists," on June 7, 2025, Evans told The Knot that he learned to say "Will you marry me?" in Portuguese. Baptista is Portuguese, and Evans wanted to make the moment particularly meaningful for her. He practiced the phrase for a week, but the practice sessions almost gave his plan away. He said that while making breakfast, he would almost start saying the phrase out loud, realizing he was close to letting the "cat out of the bag."

Despite his diligent preparation, Evans admitted that he was incredibly nervous when the moment arrived. He confessed, "I actually think I screwed it up." However, he also affirmed, "But I still know it!" His concern suggests the pressure he felt to deliver the proposal perfectly in a language he had just learned.

Evans and Baptista were first publicly linked in November 2022, though sources indicated they had already been dating for about a year. A source told People that it was "love at first sight" for Evans, and he quickly knew that Baptista was the one. The couple married in a private ceremony near their Boston-area home in 2023. They later had a second wedding ceremony in Portugal, honoring Baptista's heritage.

Those who know the couple have described their connection as genuine and heartwarming. Director Jimmy Warden, who worked with Baptista on the film "Borderline," mentioned that he and his wife, Samara Weaving, went on a double date with Evans and Baptista, describing them as a "sweet couple." Warden also praised Evans as "the nicest person" and, with a nod to his famous role, "the coolest… He's Captain America."

Evans has also spoken about his future aspirations, including starting a family with Baptista. In an interview in November 2024, he expressed that the "title of dad is an exciting one." This glimpse into their future plans highlights the depth of their commitment and their shared vision for their life together.

The couple's dedication to keeping their relationship private is evident in their limited public appearances. However, they made a notable red carpet debut at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in March 2024. Evans' gesture of learning Portuguese for the proposal underscores his deep affection for Baptista and his desire to connect with her on a personal level, embracing her culture and background. It exemplifies the lengths people go to express their love and commitment to one another.