Jonathan Scott's Tragic News Left Fans Everywhere Heartbroken

Jonathan and Drew Scott are well-known for their HGTV show, The Property Brothers. Jonathan has not always had an easy love life, but everyone thought he had finally found the one. He was dating Jacinta Kuznetsov, and their love seemed almost perfect. Jonathan was often posting cute photos of the couple on social media. However, the two eventually split, leaving fans around the world heartbroken.
Jonathan Scott
Jonathan Scott is a construction contractor, reality TV personality, illusionist, and television and film producer. He is best known for co-hosting the reality series Property Brothers with his twin brother Drew Scott.

Jonathan is also an actor, singer, magician, and so much more. The brothers have always been close, and the two have even continued to live together.
Twin Brother
Jonathan Scott's twin brother, Drew Scott, co-hosts Property Brothers with him. Drew is the realtor on the show. Even when the brothers were young, they would often rearrange the furniture in their home.

Drew is also an actor, singer, and a good basketball player. Drew was even a contestant on the hit show Dancing with the Stars and made it all the way to the first night of the finals.
Property Brothers
Property Brothers is a Canadian reality television series. The series features twin brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott and premiered in 2011. Jonathan is a licensed contractor, and Drew is a real estate agent.

The show is centered around helping homebuyers find the perfect home and then have it transformed. They help families find, buy, and then transform a home on a strict timeline and budget. The series is very popular and is still airing today.
Jonathan Met Jacinta Kuznetsov In 2015
In 2015, Jonathan Scott met a beautiful blonde, Jacinta Kuznetsov, at a charity event. The two hit it off instantly and started a serious relationship that Jonathan described as "truly special."

The two ended up living together, and Scott even found a way to incorporate Jacinta into his television work. They seemed to have a promising future together and had talked about wanting to get married and, someday, have children.
The Couple Eventually Split
Sadly, the couple decided to go their separate ways in 2018. Scott stated, "When I met Jacinta in the fall of 2015, I met somebody kind and courageous and a champion for human-animal rights."

"We grew to respect each other fiercely and I know that will remain unchanged for the rest of our lives. Sometimes life takes you on unexpected paths, and those paths aren't always in the same direction."
Jonathan And Jacinta Are Adamant That They Harbor No Hard Feelings Or Negative Thoughts
Even though Jonathan and Jacinta didn't work out, they both are adamant that they harbor no hard feelings toward each other. Jonathan said there is no drama or negativity and not even sadness.

He said they have great memories and will continue to be friends. Jacinta stated that they have deep love and respect for each other and will continue to be a part of each other's lives.
They Were Born And Raised In Canada
Jonathan and Drew Scott were born in Vancouver, Canada, to James and Joanne Scott. They grew up living and working on their family ranch. Even as young boys, they ran a business and worked together.

They have always had a strong entrepreneurial drive. They attended the University of Calgary together and have always lived together. In 2010, the brothers decided to move to Las Vegas, Nevada, together.
They Have Another Brother
Something most people don't know is that Jonathan and Drew Scott have another brother. They have an older brother, JD Scott, who is two years older than Jonathan and Drew. He has also been on TV, as he hosts both Property Brothers: At Home and Brother Vs. Brother.

Both of those shows were Jonathan and Drew's projects. JD has worked in both the entertainment and construction industries. He has also performed on-stage in Vegas.
The Scott Brothers Have Seven Different TV Shows
Jonathan and Drew Scott are most famous for their hit show Property Brothers, but they actually have six other television shows.

Their other shows include Property Brothers Forever Home, Property Brothers: At Home, Brother vs. Brother, Property Brothers: At Home on the Ranch, Property Brothers: At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House, and Property Brothers Take on New Orleans.
They Have Two Home Furnishing Lines
Jonathan and Drew Scott don't just have television shows; they also have two home furnishing lines. 'Scott Living' home décor and furniture line was launched in 2015.

The lines offer products for bedding, fabric, bath, custom framing, home décor, lighting, indoor furniture, mattresses, rugs, picture frames, tableware, vanities, and wall coverings. The brother's products can be bought at Home Depot, Wayfair, Kohl's, QVC, Lowe's, and Amazon.
They Can Act
Jonathan and Drew Scott actually started out their careers as actors. Jonathan appeared on The X-Files and Atomic Train, and Drew appeared in Smallville and The Christmas Parade.

They even appeared together on a couple of projects, including The Oracle and Breaker High. However, they revealed in an interview on Conan that they didn't want to become struggling actors, so they decided to go into real estate.
They Can Also Sing
The brothers have many talents, including being able to sing. In fact, in 2016, they released the songs "Hold On" and "Let the Night Shine In." They also branched out individually and released songs like "You Chose Me" and "Being Honest."

When they were young boys, they formed a band with their big brother JD that they called 'Western Union.' They played country music together.
The Brother's First Renovation Wasn't On Television
Jonathan and Drew Scott's first home renovation wasn't on screen. When the brothers were eighteen years old, they bought and flipped their very first house.

They profited fifty thousand dollars, and their love of home improvement only increased from there. Today, they are still renovating and flipping homes and have done more than one hundred and fifty homes.
Their Parents Weren't Expecting Twins
When Jonathan and Drew Scott's mom was pregnant with them, she had no idea that she was pregnant with twins. Drew said, "They didn't do an ultrasound, and the heartbeats were in sync. Jonathan came out with a flat head, and I guess I was sitting on his head in the womb and gave him a nice print."

"The nurse said, 'I think there's another one!' My mother said, 'Oh s**t,' and then I came." Jonathan joked, "We're really close, and I don't think my being older affects our relationship. Me being better looking does! It's harder for Drew."
Jonathan Loves Little Dogs
Jonathan doesn't have any children, but he does have two small dogs, a chihuahua named Gracie and a Yorkshire terrier named Stewie. He says that they are his babies and, "The one thing that's a myth is that they're yappy. Mine don't yap at all. They only do it when I come home. Gracie does this banshee thing; it's like this scream. They're both very social. And totally laid back. I call Gracie my little pothead because she just sits back and takes it all in."

"For all those guys out there trying to be macho, I can honestly tell them I have more women at the dog park come up and talk to me! The smaller the dog, the bigger you look. Sure, there's a double-take moment when people initially see you. Then, they smile and giggle a little. But my experience has been that women feel like they can trust a guy with little dogs. It's nice to see something a little out of the norm. I'm 6-foot-5, and they are my kids."
They Made HGTV History
Jonathan and Drew Scott have had more airtime on HGTV than any other TV personality. They signed a deal with HGTV's parent company Scripps Networks in 2018 for many more years.

They are responsible for more original episodes per year than any other person on the network. They have a work ethic and commitment that allows them to produce and star in an incredible amount of content in a short amount of time.
Jonathan Wanted To Be A Magician
Jonathan said that he spent his whole childhood wanting to be a magician. He started to pursue magic in his teens and even built his own equipment to perform illusions. He received a mentorship and won awards for his act under the stage name Jonathan Silver.

He won third Best Stage Performer in the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians magic competition. Sadly, his dreams were crushed when he was nineteen, and a con man stole his illusions and left him in a lot of debt. However, today, he designs illusions for professional magicians to use in their acts.
Drew Married His Longtime Girlfriend, Linda Phan
Drew Scott met Linda Phan in 2010 at a Fashion Week event, and they instantly connected. Months later, the two went on their first date and Drew impressed her with his karaoke skills.

Finally, years later, they tied the knot after struggling for a while to pick a date. The two were married in Southern Italy, in a garden gazebo. After the ceremony, they danced their first dance, which Emma Slater and Sasha Farber choreographed.
The Brothers Are The Highest Paid HGTV Stars
Jonathan and Drew Scott have broken records while starring on HGTV, and they were HGTV’s highest-paid stars. It was reported that the brothers earned between seventy-five and one hundred and fifty thousand dollars per episode.

They first rose to fame after Property Brothers eventually premiered on HGTV. Since then, they have expanded their franchise to include several more shows.
The Brothers Authored 4 Books Together
The brothers are also published authors, with two of the books being New York Times Bestsellers. They include the brother’s how-to book The Property Brothers' Ultimate Guide to Finding & Fixing Your Perfect House, which was published in 2016, and their memoir titled It Takes Two: Our Story, which was published in 2017.

After that, they authored children’s books, including Builder Brothers, Builder Brothers: Better Together, and Builder Brothers: Big Plans. In addition, they launched a magazine called Drew + Jonathan Reveal.
Jonathan Was Married
Jonathan was actually married back in 2007. He married the Westjet crew scheduler, Kelsy Ully, but their marriage didn’t last long. The relationship broke down amid a storm of acrimony, and they filed for divorce in 2009.

Scott said the divorce was due to immaturity and incompatibility. He said the best thing he learned from the relationship was that you can have two good people who just aren’t good for each other.
They Started Their First Business At Age 7
Jonathan and Drew started their first business when they were just seven years old and called it JAM Enterprises. They made and sold fabric-colored wire hangers to friends at first.

Eventually, a wholesaler in Japan started buying the hangers in bulk, and the brothers ended up making about fifteen thousand dollars. Both boys always worked hard and were good at saving their money. It was their father who encouraged the boys to get jobs.
They Had Some Embarrassing Jobs As Teens
As teenagers, Jonathan and Drew had a few rather embarrassing jobs. In fact, Drew performed as a clown, and both boys worked as busboys at Red Robin. Also, as mentioned before, Jonathan worked as a magician for a while.

However, both brothers have said that those jobs all helped prepare them for their future. It seemed to all work out for them, as they are now very wealthy stars.
HGTV Originally Turned Down The Property Brothers
The brother’s first big break came when Drew was offered a job as host of a real estate competition for Toronto-based Cineflex. However, that fell through, and the producers asked him to shoot a pilot called My Dream Home.

They were hoping to find a female co-host, but after hearing that Drew had a twin brother, Cineflex recruited him instead. HGTV actually passed on the show at first, but after Canada’s W Network ordered a full season, HGTV changed their minds.
Property Brothers At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House
Property Brothers at Home: Drew’s Honeymoon House aired in 2017 and is a five-episode series. It was centered around Drew Scott and his wife’s hunt for their first home together in Los Angeles.

It is a family affair as Drew finds the home, Jonathan designs it, and Linda oversees the decorating. The home they found was in need of major upgrades, and the whole process was filmed.
They Stepped Behind The Camera With Scott Brothers Entertainment
The brothers also created Scott Brothers Entertainment, which is an award-winning production company. The company produces cutting-edge entertainment with global appeal and creates original content for TV, film, and digital platforms.

The company produces about one hundred hours of content every year, including Curb Appeal Xtreme, Celebrity IOU, Property Brothers: Forever Home, Making It Home with Kortney and Kenny, and The Nate and Jeremiah Home Project.
True Scotsmen
Jonathan and Drew's descendants are Scottish, and on their mother's side, they trace their lineage all the way back to Robert the Bruce in the fourteenth century.

As a result, both brothers learned to play the bagpipes in celebration of their descendants. The bagpipes are one of the most difficult instruments to play, and both played competitively growing up. In addition, they both won awards for their skill.
The Brothers Live In Las Vegas
During the Great Recession, both Jonathan and Drew moved into the Las Vegas area. They purchased and renovated a home together, and while in the area, they lived in the home together.

They bought the property for four hundred thousand dollars and had a renovation budget of two million dollars. Even with their high budget, they still used their own money-saving hacks.
Both Brothers Know Karate
Jonathan and Drew both grew up learning karate and earned their second-degree black belts. Jonathan was a national champion second-degree black belt in Shotokan karate.

They used to compete nationally in tournaments and stated that they would always end up being the last two fighters. Jonathan excels at kata, the technique, and Drew excels at Kumite or sparring.
Jonathan Was Once Offered A Spot On The TV Show, The Bachelor
Jonathan Scott was once offered a spot on the popular reality show, The Bachelor. However, he turned them down because he wasn't interested in the idea of looking for love on national TV. He was already well-known at the time as well.

He said, "I've been asked twice to go on The Bachelor, and once in Canada as well, and I was like, 'It would literally be my nightmare to be put on display and dated out.' It's the opposite of anything I have ever wanted." He also said that online dating scares him. Saying, "My friends always say, 'Oh, you have to try it.' But I'm like, 'No.' There's nothing in me that wants to do that. I mean, yes, people can find love on those apps, but for me, no."
They Are Both Health Food Nuts
Jonathan and Drew Scott are also both health food nuts. When they are traveling, they have local chefs prepare their meals for them in advance so they can take them with them on the road.

They always make sure to have a supply of healthy, nutritious meals. They both have rigorous schedules on television and in the field, so eating healthy is extremely important, and they want nothing to do with fast food.
Jonathan And Drew Love Haunted Houses
Another thing that both brothers love is haunted houses, and they visit them as often as they can. Jonathan said that he always loved Halloween growing up and has a sadistic pleasure in spooking people.

He calls it his secret obsession and loves them all, whether scary, cheesy, funny, or creepy. They even had Halloween haunted houses that they created along with HGTV and Food Network hosts that people could tour.
They Have A Radio Show Called Off Topic With The Scott Brothers
The brothers even have a radio show, along with their brother JD, called "Off Topic With The Scott Brothers." They all co-hosted a thirteen-week, sixty-minute lifestyle show on Corus Radio.

The radio show premiered in 2013 and aired throughout Canada. JD can often be heard spewing witty remarks, and in one episode, he admitted that he got his first tattoo when he was in Mexico at the age of seventeen.
They Are Both Pranksters
Jonathan and Drew are also big pranksters, and they show their comedic side regularly on their shows. They even have their own comedy team and perform locally when they have some free time. They like to play pranks on each other, and in high school, Jonathan pulled some cruel pranks on Drew.

He explained, "When we were teenagers, if there was a girl that Drew had a crush on, I would put his clothes on and make an absolute fool out of myself. Then she would never ever call him, talk to him, anything." Another time, Drew tricked Jonathan into walking face-first into a closed door. He said, "There was one of these screens that, you know, you can't see it when the sun's hitting it the right way. Jonathan, a bunch of us were sitting in the room, and I walked in and out several times to show there was nothing there. You can walk in and out. And then I set it up where Jonathan had to run outside, and I quickly shut the screen so he ran into it."
They've Been Immortalized in Wax
Madame Tussauds is world famous for their collection of lifelike wax statues of famous and infamous people. Jonathan and Drew have also been immortalized in wax, which they used to pull a fast one on some of their fans.

They went to the museum and pretended to be their own wax statues. Their fans would stop to take pictures with what they thought were wax figures, and then they would move and scare them.
They Were Underwear Models
Another job that both brothers had was as underwear models. They both modeled for years but have never revealed which companies they modeled for.

Neither one has ever been shy about showing off their bodies, and Drew was even hired to play the Man of Steel's body double on Smallville. In addition, they also did regular modeling, but there are definitely pictures of them in almost nothing in existence.
Jonathan Has A Medieval Weapons Collection
Jonathan said that he has a medieval weapons collection. The collection includes several swords, a suit of armor, and a battle ax. All of the items are usually on display on a shelf near the main entrance to his home.

The battle ax is actually a replica of the one used by Robert the Bruce, a Scottish King and warrior during the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. They even modeled the suit of armor.
They Renovated Their Childhood Bedroom
Their love for renovating and remodeling began at a young age, and they even renovated their childhood bedroom when they were young boys. Jonathan stated, "Growing up, we were in a strict household, so we weren't allowed to have posters of our crushes and stuff on the wall; mine was Christina Applegate."

Drew said, "But we would move things around and move the furniture. My mom would just be in there and go away for like 20 minutes and come back, and there would be a completely different look in the room. Jonathan and I would still be sitting there playing with the same toys and pretending like nothing had happened. We loved it."
They Haven't Had A Serious Fight In 20 Years
Jonathan and Drew are extremely close and haven't had a fight in twenty years. In fact, the last time that they fought was when they were both college students at the University of Calgary. Jonathan stated that Drew was being annoying, and he clenched his teeth so hard that he ended up breaking them.

Since then, they have made a "no-BS policy." They said that if something bothers them, they just say it, and they deal with it. The policy has worked quite well for them.
Scott Foley Is One Of Their Biggest Fans
Scott Foley is a huge HGTV fan, and he has stated that he especially loves Property Brothers. Foley has even reached out to Drew and Jonathan to tell them his appreciation for the show and to send his well-wishes.

He told them how he's a huge fan, and they told him they'd bring him on as a third Property Brother. Scott Foley is pretty famous in his own right, having starred in Scrubs, Felicity, and Scandal.
Drew Has Split His Pants More Than Once While Filming Property Brothers
Drew stated that he gets made fun of on the set because he has a tendency to split his pants open. He always wears nicely fitted suits, and there is one pair of pants that has continually been a problem.

He said when he's climbing up a hill or going upstairs, the camera will be right behind him, and his pants will split. When it happens, he said he always has bright-colored boxers on.
Both Brothers Love To Travel
The Scott brothers love to travel, and one of Jonathan's favorite places is Bora-Bora. He finds it beautiful, and he finds the history and architecture in Florence to be wonderful.

Drew's favorite destination is Scotland. When he was young, they would explore the small towns of Scotland. He said that he loves to roam the meadows and explore the old abandoned castles. They have traveled all over the world.
They Hate The Tiny House Trend
Tiny houses have become very popular in the last several years, especially with shows like Tiny House Big Living, Tiny House Hunters, and Tiny House Builders. However, Jonathan and Drew want nothing to do with the new trend.

They don't like it because they are often not built to code, and they aren't actually functional. He said they had only seen a couple that actually were practical. They even spent the night in one, but it didn't go well.
Drew Scott Had His First Child In May 2022
Drew and his wife, Linda, welcomed their first child, son Parker James, in May 2022. Drew said, "Our lives are forever changed. Welcome to the world, Parker James. Our new baby boy, he's a healthy baby boy, and he's adorable."

"It's this immediate love, and this feeling of you needing to do everything you can to keep them safe and make them feel loved." Uncle Jonathan does not have any children except his little dogs.
They Use A Private Chef
As mentioned earlier, the brothers have a personal chef when they're on the road. When they travel, a chef prepares their meals for three days at a time. They do it because it keeps them eating healthy, but it is also cheaper than eating out.

The chef usually gives them a list of dishes they can order ahead of time, and then they heat them up when they want them. Jonathan stated that he finds cooking to be very therapeutic but that he just doesn't have time for it. He jokingly said that his plan is to one day be fat and happy.
They Hire Locally
When the brothers travel from city to city, they actually hire local contractors in each city to do the work on the house they're upgrading. They usually get the work done quickly because they create about one hundred and fifty jobs.

They also like that they aren't leaving the homeowners on their own should anything happen after filming. There is always a warranty on the work from the local contractors, so if they need anything, the workers are right there in town.
They've Always Been Into Giving Back
Jonathan and Drew Scott are often seen on their shows helping people create their dream homes, even when they have limited budgets. That compassion is not just for the show; they are like that in their everyday lives. They have said that their fame has allowed them to bring awareness to issues they feel passionate about. "Our theory is that we are all put on this earth to help one another, and even the smallest of voices can make a drastic difference in someone else's life." ----- Jonathan.

They have also helped out with Habitat for Humanity and were even recognized by Habitat for Humanity with the title of Habitat Humanitarians. Jonathan said, "We have seen firsthand how affordable homeownership changes lives. A home is a place for families to build brighter futures."
They Made Money As 'Apprentice Clowns'
Jonathan and Drew were 'apprentice clowns' when they were just eight years old. They started being hired out as apprentice clowns and continued that for a while. Their alter egos were 'Dimples' and 'Curly,' and they would make about fifty dollars per hour.

They said they would buy candy for all of their friends, but the clown business was short-lived. Jonathan said that he didn't like doing all of the makeup, so he decided to switch to magic when he was thirteen years old.
Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel Are Dating
Today, Jonathan Scott is in a relationship with Zooey Deschanel, and they are very happy. They started dating in 2019 after meeting while filming "Carpool Karaoke" on The Late Late Show with James Corden.

The two have gotten pretty serious since then, and in 2021, they said that they were renovating their dream house together in Los Angeles. Zooey has also been on the brother's HGTV shows. Jonathan has also been getting used to his new role as stepdad to Zooey's two children.