The Nickelback frontman introduced Lavigne to his parents only after the proposal!
Looks like fans and the media were not the only ones surprised by
Chad Kroeger and
Avril Lavigne's engagement.
Related: Avril Lavigne Engaged To Nickelback's Chad KroegerThe
Nickelback frontman revealed that his parents have never met
Avril before the proposal,
US Weekly reports.
First Look At Avril Lavigne's 14 Carat Engagement Ring!"You never know what your parents are going to say when you tell them you're getting married - especially when it's someone they haven't met yet!", he explained.
The couple announced their engagement via phone and it all went through just fine,
Chad's mom being particularly excited about the news.
"My mom is a huge fan of Avril's so putting her on the speaker phone and telling her the news was hilarious and equally embarrassing."
Avril Lavigne photos!The "
Complicated" singer added that: "Everyone is super stoked for us. The reaction from our friends and family has been awesome."
And if you're wondering if
Chad has met his fiancee's parents yet, the answer is no. But they are planning to do it soon.
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