Zac Brown, 46, the acclaimed country singer known for hits like ‘Chicken Fried’ and ‘One Step Closer,’ has announced his engagement to Kendra Scott, a prominent jewelry designer and entrepreneur. The engagement, shared during an interview with People magazine, marks a significant personal milestone for Brown following the end of his four-month marriage to Kelly Yazdi. In the interview, Brown expressed his happiness about the union, stating, ‘We are so happy and grateful that we found each other.’ Scott, who is also 51, displayed her pink diamond engagement ring in an image shared by the outlet, showing her beaming beside Brown.
The couple’s engagement is set against the backdrop of a contentious legal battle with Brown’s ex-wife, Kelly Yazdi. The two initially married in August 2023 but separated within four months. Their divorce was finalized in January 2024, but their legal dispute continued as Yazdi filed a lawsuit against Brown in May, alleging that he violated an employee and confidentiality agreement and engaged in defamatory practices after she posted Instagram content accusing him of ‘narcissistic abuse.’ The lawsuit also involved allegations that Brown used unauthorized footage from their wedding in a music video titled ‘Beautiful Drug,’ where he cast a lookalike model to portray Yazdi negatively. Yazdi responded by accusing Brown of attempting to silence her and filing a countersuit, leading to a jury trial scheduled for September 15 in Atlanta.
Brown’s engagement to Scott comes after months of public speculation about the couple’s relationship. A source told People magazine that their connection began through a mutual friend and that they have been dating for several months. Scott, who has previously been married to John Scott from 2000 to 2006 and later to Matt Davis in 2014, is now in a new chapter with Brown. The jewelry designer, known for her collaboration with celebrities and brands, has been a fixture in the entertainment industry for over a decade. Brown, on the other hand, has built a successful music career, earning multiple Grammy awards, and has been actively involved in charitable efforts, including his work with veterans, for which he was honored with the inaugural Veteran’s Voice Award at the American Music Awards.
The engagement also marks a personal chapter for Brown, who has experienced multiple marriages and divorces. His first marriage to Shelly ended in 2018 after 12 years, leaving him with five children. His second marriage to Kelly Yazdi, which lasted just four months, has now ended in legal proceedings. Brown has been forthcoming about his new relationship, appearing on ‘Today’ while Scott watched from the audience. During the appearance, he shared his feelings about the engagement, describing it as ‘incredible’ and expressing gratitude for finding Scott. He also emphasized the positive impact the relationship has on his personal and professional life, stating, ‘It just adds so much energy to everything else,’ including his music career and family life.
As the legal battle with Yazdi continues, Brown’s engagement to Scott has become a focal point of public interest. The couple’s story is a blend of personal triumph and public controversy, highlighting the complexities of high-profile relationships in the entertainment industry. While the legal proceedings are set to unfold in the coming months, Brown and Scott have chosen to focus on their union, expressing optimism about their future together.