Nina Dobrev & Shaun White: NYC Proposal Surprise!

Fill in some textGet the inside scoop on Shaun White’s heartfelt New York City proposal to Nina Dobrev.

Shaun planned multiple proposals, but each attempt was interrupted by unexpected events.

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Shaun chose a private room at The Golden Swan in NYC, setting up flowers and a photographer.

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Shaun hid the ring in different spots around their home to keep it a surprise, including the tool shed!

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Nina was in disbelief, even joking, "So, wait, Anna’s not here?

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Friends joined them for caviar, champagne, and later, Shake Shack and dumplings!

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Nina and Shaun’s engagement story is full of love, laughter, and surprises. Here’s to their future together!

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