Daniele Donato Husband: Who Is She Married To? (2026)

Daniele Donato is married to Dominic Briones, her fellow Big Brother 13 houseguest. The two met on the show in 2011 and have been married since January 2013.

Who Is Dominic Briones?

Dominic Briones was a first-time houseguest on Big Brother 13 (2011), a 26-year-old college graduate from San Mateo, California, at the time. He was evicted on day 27 of the season, placing 11th overall. Outside of reality television, Dominic has kept a relatively private life compared to other Big Brother alumni, though he appeared alongside Daniele in interviews and reality coverage following their wedding.

Marriage Timeline

Daniele and Dominic met while filming Big Brother 13 in the summer of 2011 — she was a returning contestant from Big Brother 8 and he was a newbie. According to Daniele, the romance only began after the finale: "After the finale, we became inseparable. We got to know each other really well, and we fell in love!" Dominic proposed in August 2012 during a carefully planned behind-the-scenes tour of the penguin habitat at the St. Louis Zoo — penguins were chosen because they mate for life. The couple married on January 19, 2013, in a bohemian-style ceremony at the Newland House Museum in Huntington Beach, California, with about 120 guests, including Big Brother couple Rachel Reilly and Brendon Villegas.

Children

Daniele and Dominic have one child, a daughter named Tennessee Autumn Briones, born on August 20, 2018. Daniele announced the birth on Instagram three days later, writing, "Tennessee Autumn Briones. August 20, 2018. 7lbs 6 ounces of pure perfection."

Career Highlights

Daniele Donato, born August 20, 1986, is the daughter of "Evel" Dick Donato, winner of Big Brother 8 (2007). On that season, Daniele finished as the runner-up (2nd place). She returned for Big Brother 13 (2011), placing 8th, where her father also briefly joined the cast before walking out of the game on day six. She competed again on Big Brother 22: All-Stars (2020). Daniele is known for her sharp strategic gameplay across three seasons of the show.

FAQ

Is Daniele Donato still married?

Yes. As of 2026, Daniele Donato is still married to Dominic Briones. They have been married since January 19, 2013.

When did Daniele Donato get married?

Daniele Donato married Dominic Briones on January 19, 2013, at the Newland House Museum in Huntington Beach, California.

How many kids does Daniele Donato have?

Daniele Donato has one child: daughter Tennessee Autumn Briones, born August 20, 2018.

How old is Daniele Donato in 2026?

Daniele Donato was born on August 20, 1986, making her 40 years old for most of 2026.

Where does Daniele Donato live?

There is no widely reported public information about where Daniele Donato currently lives; she and her family maintain a largely private life.