Nina Dobrev and Shaun White have officially ended their engagement after four years of dating. The couple made a mutual decision to part ways, as reported by People magazine. A source close to the situation revealed, “It was a mutual decision, and wasn’t an easy one, but it was made with love and a deep respect for one another.”
The news comes just weeks after the couple was seen together in Los Angeles, where they were photographed holding hands while running errands on August 31, 2025. Since the announcement, representatives for both Dobrev, known for her role in *The Vampire Diaries*, and White, a former Olympic snowboarder, have not released any official statements regarding the split.
Details Surrounding the Breakup
On September 7, 2025, Dobrev attended the premiere of *Eternity* in Los Angeles, noticeably without her engagement ring. In a further indication of the breakup, she has also removed her engagement announcement from the top of her Instagram account for the first time since White proposed.
Just months ago, White expressed excitement about their wedding plans, stating, “It’s very exciting to have new aspirations and new things that we’re going after and together.” He told People magazine that they were in the process of gathering advice from friends who had recently planned their own weddings, describing the planning phase as “fun.”
The engagement, which took place in late October 2024 in New York City, came as a surprise to Dobrev. She recounted the moment in an interview with *Vogue*, saying, “I went into shock. I just froze and stared at him.” Once she overcame her initial surprise, she felt reassured by White’s heartfelt words during the proposal.
The Future for Dobrev and White
Both Dobrev and White have had high-profile relationships in the past, with Dobrev previously dating her *Vampire Diaries* co-star Ian Somerhalder. The end of their engagement marks a significant shift in their personal lives, especially after a period filled with shared aspirations for the future.
As of now, fans and followers of both stars are left to speculate about their next chapters. Dobrev’s focus may shift back to her acting career, while White continues to engage in various projects post-retirement from competitive snowboarding. The mutual decision to separate reflects a commitment to respect and care for one another, despite the end of their romantic relationship.
