Shaun White and Nina Dobrev, after more than four years together, shared the joyous news of their engagement on Oct. 30. Their journey as a couple began in May 2020 when the Olympic snowboarder and the former “Vampire Diaries” actress became Instagram official.
Dobrev documented a playful moment of her giving White a haircut during the pandemic, captioning the post with humor about her new “hairdresser” skills.
Shaun White and Nina Dobrev have taken their love to the next level with their recent engagement (@nina/Instagram)
The relationship deepened quickly, evidenced by their Thanksgiving celebration that year with White’s family. White expressed gratitude for the love around him, sharing photos and heartfelt reflections on social media.
Valentine’s Day 2021 marked another milestone, with Dobrev sharing a cheeky post declaring White her “favorite snow cone flavor.”
The pair’s connection continued to shine, as White later shared in an October interview that year how much Dobrev positively influenced his life and career.
By January 2022, their bond was evident in White’s playful birthday tribute, humorously calling Dobrev a “hot mess.” The following month, Dobrev celebrated White’s retirement from professional snowboarding with a touching Instagram post, lauding his talent and legacy while dubbing him both the “Greatest Of All Time” in snowboarding and her “Greatest Boyfriend.”
Dobrev organized a retirement party in March 2022, with a playful nod to White’s red hair. Their red carpet debut came in May 2022 at the “Top Gun: Maverick” premiere, solidifying their status as a power couple.
Throughout the years, humorous and heartfelt moments defined their relationship, from Dobrev’s witty birthday posts to family holidays in Mexico. In January 2024, White surprised Dobrev with a Disneyland trip for her birthday, showcasing his love and thoughtfulness.
The pinnacle of their love story came in October 2024, when White proposed in New York. Using a clever ruse involving a fake dinner invitation, he surprised Dobrev with a 5-carat diamond ring at a romantic location. Both shared their excitement on Instagram, signaling the start of a new chapter as fiancés.
