Who is Ethan Delorenzo? You star Victoria Pedretti reportedly engaged to music producer

"An Enemy Of The People" Broadway Opening Night - Source: Getty
Vctoria Pedretti at "An Enemy Of The People" Broadway Opening Night (Image via Getty)

While fans of You actress Victoria Pedretti celebrated the news of her reported engagement, some found themselves wondering: who is Ethan DeLorenzo?

On a past episode of the Our Nature podcast, Ethan DeLorenzo opened up about his personal evolution. Known as a father, a permaculture farmer, and a multidisciplinary artist, he detailed a life marked by both industry success and a deliberate return to nature.

He once worked alongside major names, beginning his music career under the mentorship of Ryan West, a seasoned mixer who had collaborated with the likes of Eminem and Usher. Later, DeLorenzo joined forces with singer Teyana Taylor to form a band, further establishing himself as a producer and engineer. But by the time he reached his twenties, the fast-paced music world no longer aligned with his values.

In 2020, he lived in an eco-conscious village on Vashon Island, located just off the coast of Washington. His life was often split between the island and other places due to his son, but he described returning to the island as something emotionally profound.

“Just like this wave, kind of takes over you,” he shared.
“It’s a wild feeling because, most of my life I’d never really felt like a feeling of home and it’s the first ever time I’d felt that, like a very pure and intentional feeling of home.” he added.

Ethan DeLorenzo reflects on his path from Pennsylvania to Brooklyn:

During his appearance on the Our Nature podcast, DeLorenzo explained that he was raised in a small coal-mining town in Pennsylvania, where he lived on a city block in a lower-income neighborhood. He credited his grandmother with helping him feel a connection to the natural world early on.

“I think my grandmother instilled nature in me,” he shared.

That connection only became more apparent later in life, when he no longer had regular access to green spaces. Feeling creatively stifled and seeking opportunity, he moved to Brooklyn, where he found his entry point into the music industry. Thanks to the internet, he came across an opportunity to assist mix engineer Ryan West.

“I was kind of like his assistant,” DeLorenzo said.

From there, his responsibilities grew. He began taking on more production related tasks and started forging his path as a creative partner behind the scenes.

“I think music for me growing up was an escape, I felt seen by it, I was always seeking that connection through music.” he shared.
“I knew that I had a technical brain, so I knew that I can be of service in that regard to artists.” he explained.

Actress Victoria Pedretti reveals engagement to Ethan DeLorenzo:

Victoria Pedretti and Ethan DeLorenzo took their relationship to the next level, confirming their engagement on Monday, July 21.

The You star, shared the news in a heartfelt joint Instagram post alongside DeLorenzo, writing in the caption,

“It’s no secret we are deeply in love and that we are engaged.”
Victoria Pedretti - January 7, 2020 (Image via Getty)
Victoria Pedretti - January 7, 2020 (Image via Getty)

Ethan DeLorenzo, had previously been engaged to actress Jena Malone. The two share a son together named Ode Mountain. Before Ode was born, Malone publicly expressed her admiration for Ethan DeLorenzo. In a touching post, she described him as a devoted partner.

“Thank you for being the living, breathing definition of a true partner, your sacrifice and dedication to the ones you love. Your patience and humor. Your warm heart. Your (sic) the best man I’ve ever met and I can’t wait to watch you become what you were destined to become, an amazing father.” she wrote.

Before confirming her engagement to Ethan DeLorenzo, Victoria Pedretti had previously sparked romance rumors with her You co-star Dylan Arnold. The two portrayed Love Quinn and Theo Engler on the popular Netflix thriller, and their on-screen chemistry quickly led to speculation about a real-life connection.

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Edited by Ayesha Mendonca