Måneskin frontman Damiano David and Disney Channel star Dove Cameron announced their engagement on January 3, 2026, through romantic Instagram posts showcasing a stunning cushion-cut diamond ring after two years of dating. The 26-year-old Italian rock icon and 29-year-old actress-singer captioned their announcement with heartfelt messages – Cameron writing “my favourite part of being alive 💍 happy new year” while David proclaimed “it’s gonna be a beautiful year.”
The couple first met at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards when both were nominated for Best New Artist, began dating in November 2023, and made their red carpet debut at Clive Davis’s pre-Grammy gala in February 2024. Engagement rumors surfaced in October 2025 when Cameron was spotted wearing a sparkler in Sydney, Australia, during their two-year anniversary celebration.
This marks a new chapter for both artists – David fresh from his solo album Funny Little Fears and world tour, and Cameron following her breakout Disney success and MTV VMA win for “Boyfriend.”
The Engagement Announcement
New Year’s Instagram Reveal
Damiano David and Dove Cameron kicked off 2026 with joyous news that delighted fans worldwide. On Saturday, January 3, 2026, according to Billboard, the couple announced their engagement through coordinated Instagram posts featuring five romantic photographs. Cameron, 29, beamed in a classic red dress and brown fur jacket while showing off her engagement ring, as David, 26, gazed at her lovingly in a sleeveless brown waistcoat.
“My favourite part of being alive 💍 happy new year,” Cameron captioned her Instagram gallery. Yahoo News UK reports David shared identical photos, writing: “It’s gonna be a beautiful year.” The snapshots showed the couple holding hands, locking eyes, and sharing an intimate forehead kiss moment.
The Stunning Ring Details
Bollywood Shaadis describes Dove Cameron’s engagement ring as “maximalist” and “vintage-inspired,” blending old-Hollywood glamour with contemporary rockstar style. GMA News notes the Descendants actress flexed the cushion-cut diamond ring in close-up shots that highlighted the substantial sparkler, perfectly reflecting the couple’s aesthetic.
Their Love Story
From MTV VMAs to Romance
Damiano David and Dove Cameron first crossed paths in 2022 at the MTV Video Music Awards, where both were nominated for Best New Artist. The Rock Revival reports dating rumors didn’t surface until September 2023 when Cameron was spotted attending a Måneskin concert at Madison Square Garden.
Bollywood Shaadis confirms Dove and Damiano officially confirmed their relationship at Clive Davis’s pre-Grammy gala in February 2024, where photographers captured them kissing. They subsequently attended the 2024 Met Gala, Lakers games, and Paris Fashion Week.
Anniversary and Engagement Rumors
The couple celebrated their two-year anniversary in October 2025. Yahoo News UK notes Cameron marked the milestone with Instagram photos, writing: “The best two years of my life. I am brought to tears at least once a week because life has become so beautiful with you in it.”
Cosmopolitan reports TMZ sparked engagement speculation in October 2025 when the couple was photographed in Sydney, Australia, with Cameron sporting a sparkler on her ring finger. The January 3, 2026 announcement confirmed months of fan speculation.
Dove Cameron: Disney Star to Pop Sensation
Dove Cameron (born January 15, 1996) rose to fame through Disney Channel. According to Wikipedia, she gained prominence for her dual role as twins Liv and Maddie Rooney in Disney Channel’s Liv and Maddie (2013-2017), winning a Daytime Emmy Award. IMDb confirms she became even more famous playing Mal, daughter of Maleficent, in Disney’s Descendants film franchise (2015-2021).
Wikipedia notes Cameron released her breakout solo single “Boyfriend” on February 11, 2022, which reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned platinum certification. At the MTV Video Music Awards on August 28, 2022, she won Best New Artist—the same award category where she and Damiano were both nominated when they first met.
Damiano David: Eurovision Winner to Solo Artist
Damiano David achieved worldwide fame as frontman of Måneskin, the Italian rock band that won Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with “Zitti e buoni,” earning 524 points. According to Wikipedia, the band sold 40 million copies worldwide, garnered four billion streams, and earned 133 platinum certifications by 2022.
In September 2024, David launched his solo career with debut single “Silverlines,” produced by Labrinth. His debut album Funny Little Fears released May 16, 2025, showcasing a softer sound. He embarked on a 31-date world tour from September to December 2025, visiting five continents.
Damiano David and Dove Cameron: Relationship Timeline
| Date | Milestone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | First Meeting | MTV VMAs – both nominated Best New Artist |
| Sept 2023 | Dating Begins | Cameron spotted at Måneskin Madison Square Garden concert |
| Feb 2024 | Red Carpet Debut | Clive Davis pre-Grammy gala – official confirmation with kiss |
| May 2024 | Met Gala | Attended together, growing public presence |
| Oct 2025 | Two-Year Anniversary | Cameron’s emotional Instagram post celebrating love |
| Oct 2025 | Engagement Rumors | Spotted in Sydney with Cameron wearing diamond ring |
| Jan 3, 2026 | Official Announcement | Coordinated Instagram posts revealing engagement |
Sources: Billboard, Bollywood Shaadis, Yahoo News UK
What’s Next for the Couple
SI Lifestyle reports fans flooded the couple’s Instagram comments with excitement. “The perfect ring for the perfect couple 💍💞,” one fan wrote. Another proclaimed: “WEDDING OF THE YEAR 😭🫶🏻.”
As they both celebrate January birthdays—Cameron turning 30 on January 15 and David turning 27 on January 8—their engagement marks an exciting new chapter. Their cross-continental romance, marrying Italian rock and roll flair with American Hollywood charm, continues captivating fans worldwide as they look ahead to wedding plans in what David promises will be “a beautiful year.”
