When did Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder date?

Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder dated each other from 2010 to 2013.

Following their castings as love interests on The Vampire Diaries, Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder initiated a real-life romantic connection once the cameras ceased rolling. Approximately one year after the show's premiere, rumors of their off-screen involvement surfaced when they were spotted sharing a kiss at Los Angeles airport in March 2010.

Subsequently, Dobrev and Somerhalder’s relationship intensified with frequent public displays of affection and social media declarations of their affection. However, in May 2013, it was exclusively revealed that the couple had decided to part ways. An insider confirmed their breakup, emphasizing their professionalism and commitment to maintaining their close friendship, the very foundation on which their relationship began.

Following this announcement, the two individuals distanced themselves from each other, refraining from public interactions even during joint appearances with their fellow cast members at the CW's annual Upfronts presentation.

Who is Nina Dobrev?

Nina Dobrev is a Canadian actress renowned for her portrayal of Elena Gilbert and Katherine Pierce in The CW's supernatural drama series The Vampire Diaries (2009–2015). Born on January 9, 1989, in Sofia and raised in Toronto, she embarked on her acting career by taking on minor roles in various films before achieving widespread recognition as Mia Jones in the drama series Degrassi: The Next Generation.

She achieved significant commercial success with XXX: Return of Xander Cage (2017). Additionally, Dobrev showcased her talent in the romantic comedies Dog Days, Love Hard, and Then Came You, and she also held a leading role in the sitcom Fam.

Relationship Timeline of Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder

Here is the relationship Timeline of Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder:

• Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder met on the set of The Vampire Diaries in 2009.

• They attended The CW's Upfront party together in May 2009.

• Rumors of their romance started when they were photographed kissing at LAX Airport in March 2010.

• They made public appearances together, including attending a basketball game and the Monte Carlo Television Festival in 2010.

• Dobrev and Somerhalder were seen together at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in April 2011.

• They visited Paris, France, with their mothers in May 2011.

• Dobrev wore a red gown at the 63rd Emmy Awards in September 2011, with Somerhalder as her date.

• They attended the Teen Choice Awards in 2012 and flew back to the Vampire Diaries set together after Dobrev won a People's Choice Award.

• They enjoyed the Coachella Music Festival in April 2012 and took a stroll through New York City's Soho neighborhood in May 2012.

• In May 2013, it was confirmed that they had broken up but would continue working together on the show.