Nina Dobrev and Shaun White are officially engaged! The Vampire Diaries actress, 34, and Olympic snowboarder, 36, took the next big step in their relationship with a magical proposal in New York City this past October.
White planned an elaborate proposal at the Golden Swan restaurant, where he surprised Dobrev with a 5-carat diamond ring under an arch of white roses. Sharing her reaction, Dobrev admitted she was in shock, saying, "I just froze and stared at him." Their evening continued with friends joining them to celebrate with champagne, caviar, and an endearing mix of Shake Shack and dumplings.
Shaun White Proposing Nina Dobrev in A Surprise Engagement
White went above and beyond to catch Dobrev off guard, even arranging a fake invitation for an exclusive CFDA/Vogue dinner, supposedly hosted by Anna Wintour. When she arrived at the restaurant, she was met by White and a photographer, capturing the heartfelt moment.
Nina Dobrev and Shaun White Having Drink in Engagement Event
The couple shared the happy news on Instagram, with White posting a series of engagement photos captioned, "She said YES," while Dobrev wrote, "RIP boyfriend, hello fiancé."
Nina Dobrev and Shaun White Surprise Engagement
Dobrev and White began dating in 2019 and became "Instagram official" in May 2020 with a playful photo of Dobrev giving White a quarantine haircut. Their relationship deepened during the pandemic as they moved in together and tackled a DIY home renovation project.
Reflecting on their journey, White shared that Dobrev's unwavering support had made a significant impact on him. Now, after four years together, the couple is looking forward to the future as they celebrate their engagement with family and friends.
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