Madison Marilla’s Dad Shares the ‘Sweet’ Moment “Love on the Spectrum”’s Tyler White Asked for His Blessing to Propose

Madison Marilla and Tyler White, stars of the popular Netflix series Love on the Spectrum, are celebrating their recent engagement, which took place on July 15, 2025. This special moment occurred while they were filming the fourth season of the show, marking the first anniversary of their first date.

During a heartfelt appearance on The Squeeze podcast, Madison and her father, Brennan Marilla, shared details surrounding the engagement. Brennan described the touching moment when Tyler sought his blessing for the proposal, encapsulating the emotions that filled the room.

The engagement took place at the picturesque Sunken Gardens in Florida, where the couple enjoyed a “Christmas in July” themed surprise proposal. Madison admitted to being unaware of what Tyler had in store for her, mentioning that it was only later she discovered their families had been discreetly watching from a distance. She remarked, “I had no idea our families were hiding in the bushes this whole time,” while Brennan fondly recalled, “We heard it happen. I kind of popped out of the bushes afterward and gave them a big hug. We were so proud of them.”

Details about the proposal were discussed in depth on the podcast, highlighting Brennan’s emotions as he reflected on Tyler’s request for their approval. Though this particular exchange was not included in the show itself, it was evident to Brennan that Tyler was genuinely earnest in his feelings. “Maybe it’ll make the outtakes one day,” he jokingly added.

Madison recounted the moment Tyler took her parents aside for a private conversation during a dinner at his family home, noting she had no inkling of the significance of their discussion at the time. She later learnt that Tyler had sought both her mother’s and father’s approval for the engagement, cementing his credentials as a “great Christian Southern gentleman.”

Brennan also provided insights into how Tyler’s father played a pivotal role in keeping Madison occupied while Tyler broached the delicate subject with her parents. Their friendly dinner served as a backdrop for what would become a significant milestone in Madison and Tyler’s relationship. Brennan shared, “Tyler kind of grabs us as we’re walking out the door, and Tyler’s father, Tim, had Madison distracted.”

Madison expressed her astonishment at how well Tim managed to divert her attention, revealing how he kept her engaged in their so-called “man cave” while Tyler spoke to her parents about their plans in Alaska. This clever ruse provided Tyler with the opportunity to ask Brennan, “Could I marry Madison?”

Brennan noted that he had an inkling of what was about to transpire, acknowledging that the conversation felt different from past discussions Tyler had initiated. The topics ranged from their readiness for marriage to the various challenges associated with such a commitment, including the understanding that Madison might not want to have children.

After discussing the more serious aspects of their relationship, Brennan and his wife, Jenny, met Tyler’s inquiries with support, providing him with their blessing. “We told him that we thought he was a great fit for her and that we were blessed to have him in our life,” Brennan stated.

In light of their engagement, Madison reflected that hints of Tyler’s intentions had surfaced throughout their time together filming. They had previously mulled over the possibility of engagement, but she was still taken aback by how it all unfolded.

The newly engaged couple has since been discussing their wedding plans, albeit with a focus on timing. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Madison mentioned, “We’re gonna wait until the timing is right,” while Tyler echoed this sentiment, indicating their intention to work through personal goals before planning the ceremony. “We definitely want to get to a point where I can provide for her,” Tyler added.

As they navigate through their evolving relationship and prepare for their future together, Madison and Tyler remain optimistic and excited about what lies ahead, cherishing their unique journey together in the spotlight of reality television.