Zac Brown’s Surprise Engagement to Kendra Scott: The Untold Story Behind Their Heartfelt Journey

So, Zac Brown just turned the 2025 American Music Awards into the ultimate date night spotlight—who saw that coming? I mean, one minute he’s gearing up for the first-ever Veterans’ Voice Award, the next, he’s on the red carpet with jewelry mogul Kendra Scott, flashing those surprise smiles that had everyone buzzing. And get this—their little rendezvous wasn’t official news until the cameras stopped clicking, and now, bam! Just two months later, they’re announcing their engagement. Talk about a plot twist worthy of its own country ballad, right? If you’re anything like me, you’ve gotta be wondering: How did a country music powerhouse and a billion-dollar jewelry queen find their spark, and what drama from Zac’s past stirred up the backstage whispers? Stick around—I’m diving into this unexpected love story and the storms it weathered before the sparkle took center stage. LEARN MORE

In May, singer and songwriter Zac Brown turned this year’s American Music Awards into date night when he attended with his new girlfriend, Kendra Scott. The pairing caught many by surprise after the two made their red-carpet debut, as their relationship had not yet been publicly announced. Now, just two months later, the couple has announced their engagement. Keep reading to learn more about the unexpected romance between the country artist and jewelry designer and entrepreneur. Plus, look back at the drama that unfolded when Brown’s last relationship ended.

Zac Brown and Kendra Scott’s red carpet debut

Brown, 46, hit the red carpet at the 2025 American Music Awards on May 26, 2025, in anticipation of winning the show’s first-ever Veterans’ Voice Award. This new honor was established to recognize artists who have made a significant impact on veterans. (The Zac Brown Band, however, was beat out by Dan + Shay for Favorite Country Duo or Group).

Joining him for the evening was an unexpected guest: jewelry designer Kendra Scott. The new couple made their red carpet debut, happily flashing grins as they posed for photographers. Brown donned a black suit and wide-brimmed black hat for the event, while his new girlfriend, 51, opted for a silver gown.

Brown also took to Instagram to hard launch their relationship as the evening got underway.

“Hit the @amas red carpet with the best date by my side,” Brown wrote in the post, which also featured photos of the duo on the carpet. “Ready to soak it all in and have some fun tonight!”

Who is Zac Brown’s fiancée, Kendra Scott?

Scott began exploring the world of fashion in 2002, when she started designing jewelry at home and selling it at local boutiques. (Before that business endeavor, she sold comfortable hats for women going through chemotherapy as part of her first business, the Hat Box).

Her company has since expanded into a billion-dollar jewelry brand with more than 100 retail stores and a strong online presence. Though Scott stepped down as CEO of her company in 2021, she currently still serves as both chief creative officer and executive chairwoman.

The fashion designer has three sons from her first two marriages, and she got married again in early 2022 to Thomas Evans. Information about their split has not been made public.

A look at Zac Brown and Kendra Scott’s relationship

Though the two being linked may have come as a surprise to many, Brown and Scott had been together for several months before hitting the red carpet, according to People. A source told the magazine that they were set up by a mutual friend and have become inseparable.

In fact, the new couple was photographed together at the wedding of country artist Jamey Johnson on May 20. Brown was just one of many notable musicians to attend the ceremony, which was held at the Graystone Quarry in Tennessee.

In June, Scott shared photos of her and her beau spending time together, from restaurants to a concert. She captioned the post, “Whenever I’m with you, I ain’t worried about it. @zacbrown,” as a reference to the Zac Brown Band song “I Ain’t Worried About It.”

Though Scott may not be a country musician, it seems she and Brown still have plenty in common. The same source revealed to People that their roles as parents and love of philanthropy is part of their mutual attraction.

Brown has not only been heavily involved with the nonprofit Hope for the Warriors over the years, but also founded Camp Southern Ground, as well. This residential camp provides aid to veterans when it isn’t serving as a camp for kids during the summer. Meanwhile, Scott has the Kendra Scott Foundation, which runs programs that supply multilingual books to elementary schools and gives pediatric patients a chance to customize jewelry at no cost.

What happened with Zac Brown and Kelly Yazdi?

This new romance is the first for Brown since his split with actress Kelly Yazdi in December 2023. After just four months of marriage, the pair announced they were in the process of a divorce.

Though they insisted things had ended amicably, it didn’t take long for many fans to start to question what really led to the end of the relationship. In May 2024, Brown filed a temporary restraining order against Yazdi that demanded she remove an Instagram post that tarnished his public image and violated a previously signed confidentiality agreement. She has continued to speak out on social media with updates after the incident.

Yazdi has yet to comment publicly, however, on her ex-husband’s new relationship.