Jay Z and Beyonce Knowles have secretly wed in Paris, claims reports.

The superstar couple – who are enjoying an extended vacation in the romantic capital - are said to be "blissfully happy" after tying the knot in an intimate ceremony in Paris.

A source close to the pair claims that J and B, who had personal inscriptions tattooed on their ring fingers “Didn't want all the attention that usually follows them around, they just wanted it to be intimate and romantic. It was lovely and they are both blissfully happy.

The insider added: "They thought the tattoos would be a lovely personal touch."

The report also suggests that the 38-year-old rapper proposed to Knowles during a luxury holiday in Cannes at the end of May.

Knowles further fuelled speculation of a wedding after she discussed her desire to wed in the near future.

"I want to get married and I really want a family. In a perfect world I'd have two boys and a girl. You know someone loves you by the way he treats you and respects you. Me and Jay respect each other."

Earlier this month the pair reportedly indulged in an erotic cabaret show at Paris' famous nightclub le Crazy Horse Paris to celebrate Jay’s 38th birthday

They began dating after collaborating on the hit single '03 Bonnie and Clyde' in 2002.