Reality TV maven and former jailbird Teresa Giudice became engaged to her boyfriend of one year, New Jersey businessman Louie Ruelas, on Tuesday. The beauty, 49, who is best known for starring on Bravo's Real Housewives Of New Jersey, said yes to her dark-haired beau while on a sandy beach during their vacation on Hydra Island in Greece, according to PEOPLE. And on social media the brunette bombshell flashed a large diamond ring that may be her new engagement ring from 46-year-old Ruelas. Set to wed: Reality TV maven and former jailbird Teresa Giudice has become engaged to her boyfriend of one year, New Jersey businessman Louie Ruelas. Seen earlier this year Bling bling: Here the siren flashed a chunky ring on her wedding finger which was not her engagement ring as she toasted pal Katie Cherkasky This comes two years after the reality TV star finalize her divorce from husband of 20 years, Joe Giudice, with whom she shares four daughters: Gia, 20; Gabriella, 17; Milania, 16; and Audriana, 12. PEOPLE shared the news of their engagement on Thursday by posting several images from their romantic proposal that took place at night on the beach with a bouquet of red roses. In the images, Teresa has on a plunging white evening dress with slacks underneath, Her hair worn down in soft waves and she had full makeup on. There were white candles in hurricane lamps that were placed on the beach in the shape of a heart. In the background was a large glowing sign that said Marry Me. Making a statement: There were white candles in hurricane lamps that were placed on the beach. In the background was a large glowing sign that said Marry Me I heart you: The lit candles were placed in the shape of a heart in the sand According to the site, Louie got down on one knee and popped the question with a stunning diamond ring. There were also fireworks off the coast that lit up the night's sky. On social media on Thursday, Teresa was seen having fun on Hydra Island as she wore a chic silk printed top and matching wide-legged slacks as she added a dusty pink hat. While having lunch with female friend Katie Cherkasky, Teresa flashed a large diamond encrusted ring that could have been her engagement ring. She glowed as she toasted her pal at an al fresco table with locals walking around in the background. Kissy: On Tuesday he posted this photo where he was kissing Teresa at Spirandreas Taverna. The caption read, 'LOVE in Greece' Giudice also had the ring on when she was seen dancing with a male friend on the street on the picturesque island. Also on the trip with Teresa and Louie was former RHONJ star Dina Cantin. Teresa and Louie met by chanced in 2020 in New Jersey. The couple saw each other several times at the Jersey Shore when Ruelas was exercising and Giudice was walking. They didn't formally introduce themselves until later on when Giudice was with friends though. As the best-selling cookbook author relayed to Extra, 'We started talking, he told us about himself. He had two business cards on him. He handed to me one and then one to my married girlfriend.' She added: 'All of a sudden, he drives up to us in the car. He said, "Teresa, my son wanted to know why I didn't ask for your number." I said, "I have your business card. I'll text you." My girlfriend took my phone and was like, "I'm texting him right now."' Keeping it civil for the children: Teresa with ex-husband Joe at a book signing in 2016. The two divorced in 2019 but agreed to remain friends for their four daughters sake The two went public with the relationship on Instagram in December of last year, several months after Giudice finalized her divorce from Joe. The couple had dinner with Joe several months ago, and though it looked very ordinary on Instagram, Teresa's ex told US Weekly the meeting was awkward. 'You can all imagine how I felt when they walked in the room. It was awkward to see my ex after a lifetime together with someone else. Teresa and I decided to be honest and remain friends with one another for the girls.' Teresa and Joe's marriage deteriorated after they both served time in prison for fraud. Louie was engaged to Vanessa Reiser until March 2020, and has dated Paula Sanchez whom he split from in 2018. He divorced Marissa DiMartino in 2011; together they share two children. The family: Teresa has four daughters: Gia, 20, Gabriella, 17, Milania, 16, and Audriana, 12 All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility