At a Glance
- Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott met on Carpool Karaoke in September 2019
- They went Instagram-official one month later
- Scott proposed during a Scotland vacation in August 2023
- Why it matters: Fans track the couple’s five-year love story through social media snapshots
Zooey Deschanel turns 46 on January 17, 2026, and she and fiancé Jonathan Scott have packed half a decade of romance into Instagram posts that chart everything from Halloween costumes to European getaways.
First Meeting to First Post
The New Girl star and the Property Brothers personality crossed paths on the set of Carpool Karaoke in September 2019. Chemistry was instant; by October 2019 they were sharing matching selfies and becoming Instagram-official.
The Proposal in Scotland
In August 2023, after four years together, Scott dropped to one knee during a family trip to Scotland. Deschanel posted an engagement-ring selfie captioned, “Forever starts now!!! 🥰♾️🥰,” letting News Of Losangeles readers know the couple had officially moved toward marriage.
Anniversary Milestones
- Year one: Shared photos from a simple night out
- Year four: Deschanel wrote, “4 years since I met this freaking dreamboat. I love him more every day. I’m forever grateful!”
- Year five: The couple toasted their anniversary on August 13, 2025, with Deschanel posting, “I love him. Like… a lot. Happy Anniversary ❤️”
Red-Carpet Ready
The duo cleaned up for Vanity Fair’s Oscars after-party. Scott wore a classic tux while Deschanel chose an Iris van Herpen gown. Amanda S. Bennett noted they looked “otherworldly” on the carpet.
Halloween Highlights
- 2022: Scott dressed as Wolverine; Deschanel channeled Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Angie Katsanevas
- 2023: They joined Drew Scott and Linda Phan for a coordinated family costume
Travel Diaries
| Destination | Year | Caption Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| Walt Disney World | 2022 | “…at least until Chewie tried to move in on my girl!” |
| Paris | 2023 | “Amour de ma vie ❤️” |
| Universal Studios Orlando | 2024 | Ravenclaw-themed date |
| Europe | 2024 | Relaxed selfie in a colorful garden |
Holiday Traditions
Thanksgiving and Christmas get documented every year:
- November 2024: Scott reflected, “Can’t believe that this is our seventh holiday season together 🥰 Time flies… #FBF”
- December 2023: He posted a festive shot with the caption, “We did it… we Christmased 😻🎄”
Birthday Tributes
Deschanel gushed on Scott’s birthday: “I am absolutely the luckiest girl in the world to call this guy my fiancé! Happy birthday to my one and only genuine dreamboat. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love you Jonathan!”
Everyday Moments
- May 2024: Running-late mirror selfie captioned, “I promise we’re leaving right now”
- New York Fashion Week 2024: Posted a three-photo carousel labeled, “Before, during, and after New York Fashion Week 😅”
- Random weekends: Deschanel wrote, “Weekends are better with you 🥰🌸”
Looking Ahead
The engagement photos from Scotland remain the couple’s most-liked grid post. While wedding plans stay private, the pair continue sharing glimpses of joint projects and vacations, proving their bond is both playful and enduring.
Key Takeaways
- Five-year relationship started on a TV soundstage
- Public declarations-from Instagram debut to Scottish proposal-keep fans invested
- Shared holidays, costumes, and globe-trotting selfies highlight a lighthearted partnership
