Exciting news surrounds Demi Lovato as she prepares to marry! The singer has been in a public relationship with Jordan “Jutes” Lutes since August 2022, and they became engaged in December 2023.
Reflecting on their connection, Lovato expressed to PEOPLE during a September 2024 screening of Hulu’s Child Star, in which she starred and directed, “I’ve waited my whole life for him.”
She described the relationship as very grounding, highlighting Jutes’ supportive, loving, and caring nature. “It’s very easy to stay centered with him because I love him so much and he treats me so amazing,” she added.
Both Lovato and Jutes have openly shared their sobriety journeys, bonding over their challenges and building a strong foundation for their relationship
Lovato, who identifies with she/they pronouns, and Jutes were first spotted together holding hands just before the release of her eighth studio album, Holy Fvck.
Here’s a closer look at Demi Lovato’s fiancé, Jutes.
Hailing from Ottawa, Canada, Jutes initially pursued studies in film and basketball before discovering his passion for songwriting while living in Toronto, as mentioned in an earlier interview with Nuance Magazine.
As an independent musician, Jutes once held a contract with Capitol Records but decided to leave to chase his own artistic ambitions. He explained to Nuance Magazine, “I left because due to Covid, mad budgets got cut, and I guess they didn’t want to hold me and not give me the support I needed.”
He expressed gratitude for avoiding the common fate of artists being shelved by labels, stating, “I had been wishing I could be indie again for a while just because I love being totally in charge of my own career.”
In addition to his solo work, Jutes has contributed to Lovato’s music, co-writing songs like “Substance,” “Happy Ending,” and “City of Angels” from Holy Fvck.
He shared on Instagram that collaborating on these tracks has been one of his favorite experiences: “obviously a crazy milestone for me but beyond that I feel so blessed to be a part of something I’m such a big fan of.”
Jutes may also inspire Lovato’s upcoming love songs. During an April 2023 interview with CBS Mornings, Lovato hinted at returning to the emo genre and expressed uncertainty about her next album, stating, “I definitely am in a really good place.
I don’t know what I’m going to write about on my next album because I’m so happy. It is a really good feeling.” Sharing her excitement, she added, “Definitely a bunch of sappy love songs — for sure.”
Both Jutes and Lovato have been open about their journeys with sobriety. In July 2022, Jutes celebrated 100 days of sobriety on Twitter, sharing his struggles with anxiety and how he has learned to cope: “if ur dealing with s— rn that feels never-ending just know nothing lasts forever.” A source indicated that the couple has bonded over their shared experiences, frequently joking and discussing their challenges.
For Jutes, music serves as an emotional outlet. In his Nuance Magazine interview, he described songwriting as his “therapy,” emphasizing its role in helping him express his emotions and mental health.
He mentioned having over 300 demos on his phone, revealing his eagerness to share his music with others: “Even if a song helps one person then it has a purpose and will also make me a little cash in the process.”
Jutes continuously supports Lovato, often posting heartfelt tributes on social media. After their appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, he praised her talent, writing, “sheeeesh best voice in the game, by a lot. u killed it rockstar @ddlovato,” and adding a playful note about her looks.
His affection for Lovato is evident in his social media posts, including a December 2022 update where he shared a mirror selfie with her, captioning it, “my friends and gf are still looking absolutely gorgeous.”
Lovato has also expressed her admiration for Jutes’ good looks, recalling their first meeting during a session for her 2022 album HOLY FVCK. She shared her initial attraction, saying, “I texted my friends and was like, ‘Oh my God, the hottest guy just walked in. I am so nervous. I don’t know what to do with myself.’”
In December 2022, the couple enjoyed a skiing trip in the San Gorgonio Wilderness, which features several ski resorts in Southern California. Lovato documented their winter getaway on Instagram.
Before their romantic relationship, Jutes and Lovato were friends for several months. During an interview on SiriusXM’s The Morning Mash Up, Lovato described him as her best friend, expressing their happiness together.
The couple made their red carpet debut on February 4, 2023, at Clive Davis’ Pre-Grammy Gala. Lovato dazzled in a black-and-white gown by Rubin Singer, while Jutes complemented her in a black suit and tie, sharing the moment on Instagram with a playful caption about remembering how to tie his tie.
Their engagement occurred on December 16, 2023, following a “personal and intimate proposal.” They celebrated with family at a restaurant in Los Angeles, where Jutes presented a custom pear-shaped diamond solitaire ring designed by the luxury jewelry boutique Material Good.
Jutes and Lovato are also proud pet parents to a small dog named Pickle, whom they welcomed into their family in July 2024, referring to him as their “new son.”
