Months After Shutting-Down Questions on Marrying Nina Dobrev, Shaun White Reveals a ‘Never Seen Before’ Side of the Relationship

The Covid-19 pandemic wreaked havoc across the globe. However, the pandemic also helped to bring people close. One such story is of Shaun White and Nina Dobrev. In a heartwarming tale of love and connection amidst the challenges of the pandemic, Olympic gold medalist Shaun White and actress Nina Dobrev found love.

Months after White downplayed marrying rumors, he gave fans an insight into his love life. Their remarkable story, shared by People magazine on their official Twitter handle, reveals the unexpected nature of their meeting and the subsequent bond that blossomed.

How did Shaun White and Nina Dobrev fall in love?

Shaun White, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, and legendary snowboarder, opened up about how he met Nina Dobrev. The pair crossed paths during the global COVID-19 pandemic, a time when unexpected connections took on a newfound significance. Interestingly, at the time of their meeting, White claimed that he was not aware of Dobrev’s illustrious acting career and her complete story. This added an element of surprise and intrigue to their initial connection. Complimenting his girlfriend, White said,  “She’s so encouraging and so supportive and I feel very lucky to have her with me.”

White indicated that the pandemic brought the two together. He emphasized that they found themselves thrust into a scenario where every day was spent together. This provided them with an opportunity to truly get to know one another. White praised Dobrev for her intelligence and resourcefulness. He revealed Dobrev suggested going on wilderness adventures and road trips. An approach that created meaningful experiences for the couple despite the limitations imposed by the pandemic. The Olympian couldn’t contain his enthusiasm as he gushed about their journey together. Looking back at his overall experience of the pandemic, White said, “She really made that time in my life special.” After a glorious career, White’s decision to retire at the age of 35 shocked a lot of people.

Shaun White’s retirement

Shaun White was never a normal athlete. He was a sports star who was dominating the Olympics at the tender age of 19. In a career spanning two decades, White has 23 X Games medals and 3 Olympic gold medals. A legend of the game, he is rightfully called the halfpipe king. Therefore, his retirement at the 2022 Winter Olympics left his fans surprised. The star now wants to focus on his brand Whitespace, which is an active lifestyle and snowboard brand. He also plans to sign new talents and groom them for the ultimate competitions. Eventually, he also wishes to go back to the Olympics as a coach.

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As for his love life, White and Nina Dobrev are ready to embrace whatever the future holds. Their tale serves as a timeless reminder that, even in the face of adversity, love has the power to flourish.

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