Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato: A Look Back at Their Friendship
Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato first met on the set of the Disney Channel Original Movie Camp Rock in 2008. The pair played love interests onscreen, but it wasn’t until the sequel that their real-life romance blossomed. However, their relationship was short-lived, and they decided to part ways after just a few months of dating.
In a statement to Us Weekly in May 2010, Jonas expressed his love and respect for Lovato, stating that he valued their friendship more than their romantic relationship. Despite the breakup, the two remained close friends and have continued to support each other throughout the years.
Since their split, Jonas and Lovato have crossed paths at various events, with one notable reunion occurring in 2025 during Jonas’ JONAS20: Greetings from Your Hometown Tour stop in New Jersey. Lovato surprised the audience by joining Jonas on stage to perform some of their iconic Camp Rock duets.
A Timeline of Their Relationship
2008
In Camp Rock, Lovato starred as Mitchie Torres, with Jonas playing her love interest Shane Gray. The movie featured their memorable duet “This Is Me.”
2010
Two years later, the duo reprised their roles for the Camp Rock sequel and started dating in real life. Unfortunately, their romance came to an end in May 2010.
2011
Despite their breakup, Jonas and Lovato remained friends and even reunited at the VMAs, posing for a photo together.
2013
After Lovato opened up about her struggles with substance abuse, Jonas revealed that he tried to support her during her difficult times.
In an interview with Vulture in 2013, Jonas shared his experience of trying to take care of Lovato while also dealing with his own struggles. He felt the need to stay in the relationship to support her, even though he wasn’t happy himself.
2016
Jonas and Lovato surprised fans with a duet at one of his DNCE concerts in Los Angeles.
2017
The former couple attended the Vanity Fair Oscars party together, posing for a photo with Jonas’ brother, Nick Jonas.
2025
During the Greetings from Your Hometown Tour, Lovato joined the Jonas Brothers on stage in New Jersey for a special performance. The duo sang songs from Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, delighting fans with their reunion.
