Benedict Cumberbatch's parents let slip that the Sherlock star is engaged via newspaper ad

The parents of Benedict Cumberbatch broke the news of his engagement through a newspaper announcement.

15:33 05 November 2014

Benedict Cumberbatch is engaged to girlfriend Sophie Hunter. The news was announced in a very old fashioned way by his parents through a newspaper ad, which reads: "Mr BT. Cumberbatch and Miss S.I. Hunter: The engagement is announced between Benedict, son of Wanda and Timothy Cumberbatch of London, and Sophie, daughter of Katharine Hunter of Edinburgh and Charles Hunter of London."

 

His rep confirmed the news to MirrorONline, saying: "I am delighted to confirm this morning’s announcement that Benedict Cumberbatch and Sophie Hunter are engaged."

 

Last month, reports surfaced that the 38-year-old actor went to Edinburgh to ask Sophie’s mother blessing for the marriage. 

 

Meanwhile, fans all over the world have reacted with shock, disbelief and jealousy via Twitter. One Twitter user wrote: "Okay he's really gonna be engaged with someone.

 

"Congrats to Benedict Cumberbatch for your upcoming engagement," while another added: "BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH IS ENGAGED IM CRYING."

 

Last year the actor described his ideal girlfriend as: “A woman who knows that she doesn’t have to get all decked out to look good is sexy.

 

“A woman who can make you feel smart with her conversation skills is also sexy. I believe the sense of humour is important. I also think someone who is good at working with others is sexy."