Carrie Ann Inaba Says Yes to Boyfriend's Marriage Proposal Live on 'Regis' (VIDEO)

'Dancing With the Stars' judge Carrie Ann Inaba got a surprise proposal from her boyfriend Jesse Sloan on 'Live With Regis and Kelly' (weekdays, syndicated) this morning -- and she said yes. Earlier in the show, Regis Philbin had set things up by talking about marriage with Inaba, who noted she had been waiting for Sloan to propose.

Later in the show, Philbin read what was supposed to be a reader's question about finding the right time to propose as the lights dimmed and romantic music began to play. "And after that, pal," Philbin said, theoretically still addressing the viewer, "all you need is the ring." That's when Sloan entered, seeming to catch Inaba off guard.

"I struggle to find the words to express what you mean to me," said Sloan on bended knee. "You're an inspiration, you're beautiful, you're wonderful, you're everything to me. Will you marry me?"

If there were any hesitation on Inaba's part, perhaps the ring settled it. When Sloan opened the box, even Philbin was impressed.