History of Damiano David in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 23, 2025

Damiano David is an Italian singer and songwriter, best known as the frontman of the rock band Måneskin. The band achieved international fame after winning the Sanremo Music Festival and Eurovision Song Contest in 2021 with the song "Zitti e buoni". In 2024, David launched his solo career, releasing the singles "Silverlines" and "Born with a Broken Heart", which will be included in his debut solo album, Funny Little Fears (2025). He is scheduled to commence his first solo concert tour in 2025.

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January 1999: Damiano David's birth

In January 1999, Damiano David was born. He is an Italian singer and songwriter known as the frontman of the rock band Måneskin.

2016: Formation of Måneskin

In 2016, the band Måneskin was formed in Rome, initially playing as buskers in the streets.

2017: Rise to prominence on X Factor

In 2017, Måneskin rose to prominence after finishing second in the eleventh season of the Italian talent show X Factor.

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2017: Recognition as a frontman

In 2017, X-factor judge Fedez recognized Damiano David as a real frontman, noting his talent and stage presence.

2018: Debut album release and tour

In 2018, Måneskin had a breakthrough debut with the studio album Il ballo della vita and tour.

2019: Touring with Måneskin

In 2019, Måneskin continued their tour following the release of their debut album.

2021: False accusations of drug use

After Måneskin's victory at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2021, Damiano David was falsely accused of drug use. He voluntarily underwent a drug test, which came back negative, and he affirmed his anti-drug stance.

2021: Cover song and voice acting role

In 2021, Damiano David sang a cover version of "I Wanna Be Your Dog" by The Stooges and voiced the character Jeffrey in the Italian dub of the film Cruella.

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2021: Praise for natural charisma

In 2021, Manuel Agnelli praised Damiano David's natural charisma, recognizing him as one of the great frontmen.

2021: Release of Teatro d'ira: Vol. I

In 2021, Måneskin's second studio album Teatro d'ira: Vol. I was released.

2021: Sanremo Music Festival and Eurovision win

In 2021, Måneskin, fronted by Damiano David, won the Sanremo Music Festival and subsequently the Eurovision Song Contest representing Italy with the song "Zitti e buoni".

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June 2023: Split from Giorgia Soleri

In June 2023, Damiano David ended his relationship with Italian model and influencer Giorgia Soleri after nearly six years.

November 2023: Reported relationship with Dove Cameron

In November 2023, it was reported that Damiano David was in a relationship with American actress and singer Dove Cameron.

2023: Appearance in music video

In 2023, Damiano David appeared in the music video for the song "Mil Veces" by Anitta.

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February 2024: First public appearance with Dove Cameron

In February 2024, Damiano David made his first public appearance with American actress and singer Dove Cameron.

2024: Start of solo career

In 2024, Damiano David began his solo musical career with the release of the singles "Silverlines" and "Born with a Broken Heart".

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2024: Release of 'Silverlines'

In 2024, Damiano David released his solo single "Silverlines", produced by Labrinth, on September 27. He also released his second single "Born with a Broken Heart" the following month.

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