
Nina Dobrev and Shaun White were the picture-perfect couple, but the world was stunned when news broke of their split. Just a few days before, the actress was spotted without her engagement ring at the Toronto International Film Festival, raising eyebrows and questions.
In the days leading up to their breakup, the pair seemed happy and in love. They were seen enjoying a sunny day at a Los Angeles farmer's market on August 31, hand in hand, seemingly without a care in the world. Instagram also painted a rosy picture; on September 5, Nina shared a summer photo series featuring a cozy bed moment with Shaun.
"It was a mutual decision, and wasn't an easy one, but it was made with love and a deep respect for one another," a source shared.
The couple, who began dating in 2019 and went Instagram official in May 2020, made headlines when they got engaged in October 2024. However, less than a year later, they decided to part ways. It wasn't long after the split announcement that eagle-eyed fans noticed Nina had unpinned her engagement post, which had captured the romantic proposal.
In a candid chat with E! News just five months ago, Nina revealed they weren't rushing their wedding plans, enjoying the engagement phase. "I really want to enjoy it and not rush that process," she had said, cherishing the fleeting fiancé period.
Despite the breakup, Nina's Instagram still features posts with Shaun, though the engagement post has been quietly removed. The couple's decision to end things might have surprised fans, but it seems they are handling the split with maturity and respect.
As the dust settles, the world watches to see what the future holds for these two beloved public figures.