Nina Dobrev, best known for her role as Elena Gilbert in the hit series The Vampire Diaries, and Olympic snowboarding legend Shaun White have reportedly ended their relationship after five years together. According to a report from PEOPLE on September 11, the couple not only broke off their engagement but also decided to part ways entirely.
The split comes less than a year after their highly publicized engagement in October 2024. A source told PEOPLE that “it was a mutual decision, and wasn’t an easy one, but it was made with love and a deep respect for one another.” While neither Dobrev nor White has issued an official statement, the news has caught fans off guard given the couple’s history of openly sharing their relationship milestones.
Dobrev and White began dating in 2019 and quickly became one of Hollywood’s most beloved pairings. The two moved in together just before the COVID-19 pandemic and officially confirmed their romance on Instagram in 2020. Their chemistry and frequent social media appearances earned them the label of “couple goals,” with fans often pointing to their playful posts and unwavering support for each other’s careers.
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In October 2024, White proposed at New York’s Golden Swan restaurant with a 5-carat diamond ring. Dobrev shared the news with candid photos of the romantic moment, which flooded Instagram feeds and drew congratulatory messages from fans, friends, and fellow celebrities.
In March 2025, Dobrev had spoken to E! News about her plans for marriage, revealing that she and White were not in a rush to tie the knot. “I really want to enjoy it and not rush that process,” she said. She emphasized cherishing the engagement period, describing it as a unique phase in a relationship that is often fleeting compared to the longer spans of dating or marriage.
Though details of what led to the split remain unclear, the decision has been described as amicable. Both stars continue to have thriving careers: Dobrev with her acting projects and White, now retired from competitive snowboarding, focusing on business ventures and philanthropy.
For fans who had followed their journey from dating rumors to engagement, the news marks the end of what seemed like a modern Hollywood love story. Whether they eventually speak out publicly or keep their reasons private, the breakup underscores how even the most admired relationships face challenges behind the scenes.
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