Nina Dobrev Was Caught up in a Secret Love Affair with a ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Star Before Finding the One in Boyfriend Shaun White
- Nina Dobrev secretly dated Glen Powell before Shaun White.
- Their relationship cooled in 2017 due to busy schedules.
- Dobrev now thrives with snowboarder, publicly happy and supportive.
The world of celebrity relationships is often a bright spectacle, filled with red carpet glamour and public displays of affection. But behind the glitz and glamour, many love stories happen quietly. This was certainly the case for actress Nina Dobrev and actor Glen Powell.
A source close to them said that Dobrev and Powell had a hidden romance before she began dating Olympic gold medalist Shaun White. Their relationship was kept under wraps, with the pair careful to avoid the public eye. They were seldom seen together and never talked about their romance publicly.
Nina Dobrev’s Secret Romance with Glen Powell in 2017
Can you picture Nina Dobrev dating Glen Powell? Fans didn’t hear about Powell dating anyone after his breakup with model Gigi Paris. The only other dating rumor involved Sydney Sweeney, which was for Anyone But You‘s marketing. It has been said that he was publicly linked to The Vampire Diaries star in 2017.
The stars were first rumored to be dating in January 2017 after celebrating the New Year together in Texas. Powell attended the premiere of Dobrev’s film xXx: Return of Xander Cage and a Golden Globes afterparty with her (the same year). They also appeared at her La La Land-themed birthday party. People confirmed their relationship after intimate photo booth pictures from Julianne Hough’s wedding surfaced.
However, their relationship took an unexpected turn. The same year, People reported that Dobrev and Powell chose to take a step back. A source told the outlet that the actress’ busy filming schedule was a big reason for this decision. “She’s filming a lot,” the insider said at that time.
Some reports hinted at a serious breakup, while others said they were just taking a break. A source told E! News that there had been no big arguments and that Powell (known for being laid-back) wanted to avoid drama. The tipster said:
They are still seeing each other, but have cooled things off a little because of busy schedules.
Although there’s been no public information about their breakup, both Powell and Dobrev appear to have moved on. Powell dated Paris from 2020 to 2023 and has said in an interview with CBS Mornings that he’s not seeking love at the moment. Meanwhile, Dobrev found new love with Olympic snowboarder Shaun White in 2019, and they have been together for about five years.
Nina Dobrev Found Love with Shaun White After Glen Powell
As Nina Dobrev’s relationship with The Top Gun: Maverick star cooled, she found love again with Shaun White. Recently, they made their public appearance at the Paris Olympics, where they appeared very happy. This was a big change from the secrecy of her previous relationship.
Even though Dobrev fractured her leg just days before the opening ceremony, her commitment to support her boyfriend was clear. The couple was seen cheering for Team USA gymnast Simone Biles at the Bercy Arena. White was spotted pushing Dobrev in a wheelchair—such a heartwarming sight.
Dobrev’s injury, from a dirt bike accident months earlier, needed surgery. Yet, she didn’t let it dampen her spirits or her love for White. Her past relationship with Powell seems to have faded away. But the Bulgarian star has moved on, and her relationship with White is thriving in the spotlight.
