The former couple released a joint statement throughPeopleconfirming they “are better off as friends.”

The actor is part of a musical duo with Matthew Ward, which was formed in 2006.

“She’s cooler than no, I’m just kidding.

Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott posing together

She’s equally as cool as Jonathan,” Ford added.

“I liked that couple, I thought that was so fun!”

And he’s ready to have his moment.

Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott posing together

Jonathan, that is," the founder of Built Custom Homes told People.

The couple’s relationship apparently started with a simple crush.

“They were doing carpool karaoke and they had a really fun day.

I’m a very private person, so I don’t typically talk about that.”

You keep it."

Soon after, they became proud owners of the property.