Why Dove Cameron Wants to Keep Damiano David Engagement Private

Don’t try beggin’ Dove Cameron for more details on her upcoming nuptials.

Just two months after announcing her engagement to Damiano David after dating for two years, the Descendants actress explained why she prefers to keep their relationship private moving forward.

To be honest, I’m trying not to discuss it as much anymore,” Dove shared with Justin Sylvester on Live From TopMob at the 2026 Actor Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles on March 1st. “I talked about it a lot at first because we were so thrilled, but now I’m realizing I’d like to keep some of it private.

Okay, so she finally talked about things since Damiano proposed at the awards show! It’s been, like, a total dream, honestly. She said it’s been ‘beautiful’ and ‘surreal,’ and I totally get it! I’m living for every tiny detail, and seeing her on the red carpet just made my night. I need all the updates!

Dove is choosing to keep most of the details about her engagement private, but she’s shared glimpses of their wonderful relationship in the past.

She revealed they’re simply enjoying life as a regular couple and value their privacy. ‘We really prefer staying in,’ she said on TopMob News’ The Rundown last March. ‘We love to relax at home – by 6 p.m., we’re usually in our pajamas, watching Lost. ‘

For the 56 Days actress, Damiano, 27, completely transformed her idea of love and relationships.

I realized how much potential I had when I met my partner. They showed me all the different versions of myself I could be and still be accepted and loved. Looking back on past relationships, I realized things could be different, and those previous experiences weren’t necessarily a reflection of what I deserved. It was a really eye-opening realization.

From the personal to the professional, their relationship was a guiding light in Dove’s life.

She described feeling immediately connected, like she’d found the right direction and that this person would play a significant role in her life. It sparked a newfound sense of inspiration and allowed her to truly embrace who she was for the first time.

Okay, so Dove Cameron is absolutely glowing as a newly engaged woman, and honestly, it’s making my night! If you want to see all the amazing stars who turned out for the 2026 Actor Awards, keep scrolling – the red carpet is packed with talent!