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Dobrev Dismisses Zac Efron Dating Rumors After Shaun White Split
2 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Nina Dobrev denies dating Zac Efron after splitting from Shaun White
- Dobrev says she's "excited for the future" and the "only thing that's guaranteed is change"
- Dobrev and White ended their 5-year engagement in September 2025

In a recent interview, actress Nina Dobrev has firmly denied any romantic involvement with Zac Efron, putting an end to speculation about a new relationship. The Vampire Diaries star was spotted on a boat trip with Efron and a group of friends last month, sparking rumors of a budding romance.
However, Dobrev has clarified that she and Efron are just "mates," dismissing the speculation. This comes just a few weeks after Dobrev and her former fiancé, Olympic snowboarder Shaun White, announced the end of their 5-year engagement.
Dobrev seems to be taking the split in stride, expressing excitement for the future and acknowledging that change is the only constant. "I'm excited for the future, and the only thing that's guaranteed is change," she said, suggesting she's moving forward with a positive mindset.
The 36-year-old actress and the 39-year-old White had been engaged since 2020 but ultimately decided to go their separate ways last month. While the reasons for the split are not entirely clear, sources indicate that Dobrev was ready to get married and start a family, but White was not on the same page.