Jesse Metcalfe says he is settled with Girls Aloud singer Nadine Coyle although he hasn't always been a one-woman man.

Best known for his role as the enticing gardener in Desperate Housewives, Metcalfe has had no problems attracting female attention.

In his latest film, John Tucker Must Die, Metcalfe plays a high school heartthrob who dates three girls at once and it seems that he was able to draw on personal experience for the role.

Speaking to the Daily Mirror, he said: "I've dated three girls at the same time. I've never lied about it but I'm 27 years old - I'm not 18 anymore."

Settling down with just the one woman rather than playing the field now seems to be at the forefront of Metcalfe's mind however.

Although he has said that he is not ready to get married just yet, when he does Girls Aloud singer Nadine could well be the lucky lady.

"She's the kind of girl I'd like to marry in the future," he said.

Wedding bells won't be rung just yet though, as Metcalfe has said that their careers are making it impossible for the near future.