When Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott met for the very first time, neither of them had love on their minds. They were both heading in different directions in their lives and weren't really looking for the intense love that they happened to stumble upon. Life works in mysterious ways, and as it turns out, this unlikely pair happened to actually be incredibly well-suited for another, and they quickly clicked on many levels and began texting one another nonstop.
All good love stories have a twist, and this one tells a tale of two lovebirds that are now completely inseparable, in spite of the fact that they weren't even looking for one another in the first place. The natural way that they have bonded has had fans mesmerized from the very start.
10 They Met While Filming Carpool Karaoke
Zooey and Jonathan first met on the set of Carpool Karaoke. This first encounter too place in September of 2019, and sparks flew the moment they began talking with one another. It really didn't take long at all before they became way more than just friends, and they'll forever have Carpool Karaoke as part of their fondest memories, marking the start of something very special.
9 They're The Perfect Fit For One Another
It's quite rare to see two people bond the way Zooey and Jonathan have. Fans can't help but notice that they flawlessly seem to just sync with one another. They're seemingly compatible with one another in every way. The way that Zooey and Jonathan speak to, and about one another is always full of respect and adoration, and they always have the most genuinely positive things to say about one another. It's easy to see why fans fell in love with this duo.
8 Jonathan Scott Likes To Keep Things Private
One thing fans have discovered bout Jonathan Scott is that he really prefers to keep his personal life as private as possible. He prefers not to drag his personal affairs into the spotlight, so when he love-gushes about Zooey to the press, its intensely gripping. When the two first declared that they were dating, US Magazine quoted Scott as saying; “I’m a very private person, so I don’t typically talk about that. It’s definitely special for me because I am the guy who raises the bar in what I’m looking for in a partner. I was caught a little off guard. It was definitely a pleasant surprise.”
7 They Went Instagram Official After Dating For One Month
Jonathan and Zooey moved pretty quickly in declaring their love for one another, and they went Instagram official after dating for just one month. The adorable new couple celebrated their big, official moment with fans as they posted about their Halloween-themed date. Fans instantly flooded social media with mad love and excitement, and their followers were fully in support of their union.
6 They Often Double Date With Jonathan's Twin Brother And His Wife
Perhaps one of the cutest things about Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel's relationship is the fact that they remain close with family and have integrated their loved ones into their relationship. One of their favorite pastimes is to head out for a double date with Jonathan's twin brother, Drew Scott, and his wife, Linda Phan. Dinners are often the theme of their evenings.
5 Zooey And Jonathan Had Instant Chemistry
As far as instant chemistry goes, this couple has what it takes. From the very early stages of their relationship, their body language told a tale that fans couldn't ignore. Scott was seen dragging his chair closer to Deschanel so he could put his arm around her, and the chemistry they shared was visible to everyone that laid eyes on them when they were together.
4 They're Quirky About Christmas Carols
Every couple has their fair share of 'weird quirks' and for these two lovebirds, it comes in the form of an obsession with Christmas carols. That's right - of all things - Christmas carols! They both love caroling and feel that this lost talent is something that is sacred and specially celebrated when it's around time for Santa Claus to pay them a visit.
3 Zoey And Jonathan Share A Passion For The Arts
Not all of their passions are quirky ones - they share some normal things in common, too. Jonathan and Zooey both happen to be huge fans of the arts. They bond over their mutual interest in broadening their horizons and absorbing the talents of the artists around them. Their mutual love of music, film, and the theatre keeps the two of them connected with one another, and able to relate to one another on many levels.
2 Deschanel Says Scott Changed Her Life
We all meet some people who join our lives and instantly have a formative, permanent effect on us. Deschanel has publicly declared that Scott has completely changed everything about her world since the day he stepped into it. She is quoted by Entertainment Tonight as saying; "2 years and still my favorite," Deschanel captioned a selfie with Scott. He commented, "I knew two years ago that you were gonna change my life."
1 Jonathan Scott Says 'He Struck Gold' With Zooey Deschanel
When the pandemic hit, Deschanel and Scott were still a new couple, and when faced with the decision to either go through this experience together or completely isolated from one another, they chose to dive right in. They spent quarantine together, and while this was the kiss of death for so many relationships, this bonus time they were able to share with one another proved to bind them even closer to one another. Scott says he 'struck gold' when he was able to quarantine with Deschanel and boasted about her skills as a chef and her ability to spend countless hours in lockdown with him. The two played board games and hung out, and were truly given the gift of time to get to know one another fully.