The pair initially met in 2019 on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke and became engaged in August 2023. Scott told PEOPLE in November that “We literally haven’t made any plans yet,” noting they’re busy with their children’s lives. Deschanel has said they’re “not in a rush” and are taking time to find the right wedding plans.
After Deschanel’s parents lost their L.A.-area home in the January 2025 wildfires, Scott helped by rebuilding their house using non‑combustible materials, a practical step in the recovery effort.