> At a Glance
> – John DeLuca proposed to girlfriend Cassandra on Dec. 30
> – The sunset beach proposal was captured by a full photo/video crew
> – Lorilil Jewelers designed the oval-diamond ring
> – Why it matters: A Disney Channel favorite’s real-life love story mirrors a fairy-tale ending fans adore
Teen Beach Movie favorite John DeLuca, 39, is off the market. The actor revealed his engagement to Cassandra via Instagram moments after dropping to one knee on a secluded beach at sunset.
The Proposal Setup
DeLuca’s carousel post opened with him kneeling on wet sand, ocean waves glowing behind them. A second frame zooms in on Cassandra’s wine-glass toast as she flashes the oval-cut diamond on a slim gold band. Additional shots show the couple hugging, waving to the distant crew, and celebrating with champagne once she said yes.
- Sunset timing for golden-hour lighting
- Wine glasses and chilled champagne ready
- Professional photographer & videographer hidden in dunes
Social Media Reactions
DeLuca captioned the moment:
> “2025 has been the most important year of my life… I love you so much and I can’t wait to marry you ❤️”
Cassandra replied simply: “Fiancé 🤍.” She later modeled a “future Mrs. DeLuca” sweatshirt while flaunting her new hardware.
Costar shout-outs:
- Garrett Clayton: “Ahhhh! Congrats Johnny!!!”
- Gracie Gillam: “Congratulations brother!!”
Timeline in Focus
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Instagram debut | Late Nov 2024 |
| Proposal | Dec 30 2024 |
| Public reveal | Dec 30 2024 |
DeLuca went Instagram-official with Cassandra only one month before the proposal, posting a birthday tribute that called her the “most beautiful human I know.”
Key Takeaways
- Disney Channel nostalgia meets real-life romance
- Custom ring crafted by Lorilil Jewelers of Massachusetts
- Full production crew ensured every second was documented
- Wedding bells are next for the couple who met less than a year ago
From beach-movie dance numbers to an actual beach engagement, DeLuca’s next chapter is pure happily-ever-after.
