HGTV star Drew Scott has opened up about the ongoing delay in his twin brother Jonathan Scott’s wedding plans with actress Zooey Deschanel. Despite their 2023 engagement, the celebrity couple has yet to finalize a wedding date. Speaking with Us Weekly on October 28, Drew revealed that the pair’s busy schedules have been the primary reason behind the postponed nuptials.
In an interview published Tuesday, Drew Scott admitted that the Property Brothers duo has been slow in organizing Jonathan and Deschanel’s big day. “We don’t have any updates yet. We’re the worst at planning that,” he said. The HGTV personality added that while his brother excels at hosting community events and Halloween parties, wedding planning has taken a backseat.
Jonathan Scott, who proposed to Zooey Deschanel in August 2023 during a family trip to Scotland, echoed Drew’s comments, stating, “Exactly. But we will figure it out.” The couple first met on the set of Carpool Karaoke in 2019 and went public with their relationship later that year.
Quotes and Reactions
When asked about the lack of wedding progress, Drew humorously noted, “You don’t have time for a wedding. You’re throwing Halloween parties. You’re on Habitat for Humanity builds.”
Jonathan, in turn, acknowledged that his schedule has been packed with philanthropic projects and festive events. “We go a little crazy,” he said, referencing the community-wide Halloween celebration he and Deschanel hosted last weekend. “We did it all — there are two things that get me really excited — working on a Habitat build site and Halloween.”
Earlier this month, Drew even offered to “build a venue” for his brother’s ceremony, adding, “I’m going to harass him until it’s done.”
Impact on HGTV’s Brand and Fan Expectations
The prolonged wait for Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel’s wedding has kept HGTV fans talking. As one of the network’s most beloved personalities, Jonathan’s personal milestones often draw significant public interest. The delay hasn’t dampened enthusiasm; rather, it has heightened anticipation among Property Brothers viewers and entertainment followers eager to see whether the event will be televised, as Drew’s 2018 wedding was.
Jonathan, however, ruled out a TV special earlier this year, confirming to Swoon magazine that a broadcast wedding “won’t happen.” This approach reflects the couple’s preference for privacy over publicity.
What’s Next
While no date has been confirmed, both brothers remain optimistic about the upcoming ceremony. Drew stated that Jonathan and Deschanel are “amazing together,” emphasizing that their focus right now is family time. Fans can expect future updates through HGTV and the stars’ social media channels once official plans are in motion.
Sources
Us Weekly (October 28, 2025)
People Magazine (January & October 2025 issues)
Swoon Magazine (July 2025)
HGTV Official Media Portal
Instagram: @jonathanscott, @zooeydeschanel
