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Damiano David

Damiano David is an Italian singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Måneskin.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Damiano David is an Italian singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Måneskin. Born in Rome on 8 January 1999, he became internationally known after Måneskin won the Sanremo Music Festival 2021 and the Eurovision Song Contest 2021. He began a solo career in 2024.

Early life

Damiano David was born in Rome, Italy, on 8 January 1999. Public sources identify him as Italian and note that he rose to fame as a singer and songwriter.

Career with Måneskin

David is best known as the lead vocalist of Måneskin. The band won the Sanremo Music Festival 2021 and the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with "Zitti e buoni," which brought them international recognition.

Solo career

In 2024, David began a solo career and released solo music separate from Måneskin. Public reporting describes this as a new phase in his career while he remains strongly associated with the band.

Personal life

David was previously linked to Giorgia Soleri and later reported to be in a relationship with Dove Cameron. Public sources report that David and Cameron announced their engagement in January 2026.

Key facts

  • Damiano David is the frontman of the Italian rock band Måneskin.
  • Måneskin won Sanremo Music Festival 2021 and Eurovision Song Contest 2021 for Italy.
  • He was born in Rome on 8 January 1999.
  • He began releasing solo music in 2024.
  • He is publicly reported to be engaged to Dove Cameron.
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Canadian context

Damiano David has had broad international exposure through Eurovision and global pop and rock media, including coverage in Canada for Måneskin and his solo work.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Damiano David?
Damiano David is an Italian singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Måneskin.
How old is Damiano David?
He was born on 8 January 1999, so he is 27 years old.
Who is Damiano David dating?
Public reports say he is in a relationship with American singer and actress Dove Cameron, and the pair announced their engagement in January 2026.
What band is Damiano David in?
He is in Måneskin, the Italian rock band he fronts as lead singer.
What is Damiano David's net worth?
Reliable verified sources in the provided results do not give an authoritative net worth figure.
Is Damiano David married?
No public source in the provided results says he is married; the available reporting refers to an engagement.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damiano_David
    Supports: Birth date and place, nationality, role in Måneskin, relationship with Dove Cameron, engagement reported in January 2026.
  2. Capital FM — https://www.capitalfm.com/news/music/damiano-david/
    Supports: Age, birth date, Italian nationality, and prior relationship with Giorgia Soleri.
  3. Los Angeles Times — https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2025-05-28/damiano-david-funny-little-fears-maneskin-dove-cameron
    Supports: Age in 2025, solo album context, and relationship with Dove Cameron.
  4. People — https://www.people.com/maneskin-rocker-damiano-david-recaptured-fun-music-going-solo-exclusive-8757650
    Supports: Solo career context and dating Dove Cameron since fall 2023.
  5. AllMusic — https://www.allmusic.com/artist/damiano-david-mn0003716553
    Supports: Biographical identification as Italian singer-songwriter and frontman of Måneskin.