For Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden, timing is everything when it comes to their relationship, and it seemed like 2014 was the pefect year for them to get engaged.
Good Charlotte member Madden, 35 and actress Diaz, 42, started dating in spring this year, and got engaged seven months after.
People traced back to the beginning of their relationship in May, when the two were first spotted in a book launch then going to a Los Angeles gym the next day. "They've spent a lot of time at Cameron's house," a source told PEOPLE. "Cameron seems very happy with Benji. He is the nicest guy and treats her like a lady."
They became more public in June when they were spotted walking hand in hand around New York City. Another source told PEOPLE, "She (Cameron) is at a point in her life where she would love to settle down. She's always been open-minded when it comes to men. She just wants to have something in common with them and find a personality that loves life and loves as hard as she does."
By July, Madden met Diaz's family during their Fourth of July trip to Florida. They were seen shopping at Whole Foods then hitting the beach together. That same month, the couple took another vacation as they sailed along the French and Italian coasts with friends.
Madden opened up about their relationship in August. "I'm really happy right now," he told People, even saying that love is his muse. "It's same for any man, no matter what they do. It drives you."
Come August, Diaz was seen sporting a sparkling ring, and engagement reports seem very ripe as Madden has moved into her Beverly Hills home. "She can't stop smiling and seems much happier," a source said. "They act like they can't get enough of each other and spend a lot of time together. During the days, they often share a workout. At night, they often stay at home and cook."
They finally got engaged this December. "It happened a few nights ago," a friend of Madden told People. "All of Benji's friends are aware and happy for him. Her mom is a fan of him as well and gave her blessing."