Nina Dobrev and her boyfriend Shaun White are often spotted with their furry family. While Nina’s dog Maverick is often seen going out with them, Shaun’s dog also makes an appearance in their many pictures.

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Notably, the couple has gotten super close since 2020, when they first started dating. Crediting his dog for his inseparable bond with Nina, Shaun revealed how Steve helped him grow his relationship with Nina.

Shaun White knew it was meant to be after getting his dog’s approval for Nina

Shaun has been winning hearts with his equation with the Vampire Diaries’ Fame. Nina Dobrev and Shaun White are a match made in heaven and have become the fan’s favorite celebrity couple.

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Interestingly, White said it was his dog Steve, whose approval made him realize that he was meant to be with Nina. “Steve has a bit of an attitude, but they get along amazingly. So it was really meant to be,” Shaun said.

Not denying his unbelievable skills, but Nina’s presence in his life has had a positive impact on Shaun and his career. White recently clinched his historic fifth Olympic berth, despite the hurdles on his way.

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Read More: So proud of you!: Nina Dobrev Sends Emotional Message to Boyfriend Shaun White on Qualification for Beijing Winter Olympics 2022

American hero aiming for his fourth Olympic medal

Shaun started his snowboarding journey at a very young age, and at 35 today, he is by far the best snowboarder in the world. White has been dominating the sport with his heroics on the snow for decades together.

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White already has three Olympic gold medals under his belt. What’s notable is that whenever the US legend has stepped on the Olympic podium, it has only been for the golden place.

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Unfortunately, White is retiring post the Winter Games in Beijing; however, on the bright side, he won’t leave any stone unturned for his last Olympic medal quest. Do you think White will bring home his last Olympic medal?

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Read More: “Special Human Being”: Nina Dobrev’s Heartwarming Reply to Boyfriend Shaun White Calling Her a “Lifesaver”

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Shreya Verma is a US Sports Content Strategist at EssentiallySports, with a focus on Olympic sports and athlete storytelling, covering beats like tennis, gymnastics, basketball, track and field, wrestling, and more. A qualified National Level air pistol shooter, she brings the unique perspective of both an athlete and a journalist to her work. Over the past four years at EssentiallySports, she has covered some of the biggest sporting stages, from managing the Olympic Sports desk during the Winter Olympics 2022 to spearheading the US Open 2025 coverage and content strategy. In 2024, she was on the ground in Paris for the Summer Olympics, where she interviewed legends and rising stars, including Carl Lewis, Laurie Hernandez, Fred Kerley, Noah Lyles, Quincy Hall, and Grant Holloway, who memorably offered her the chance to try on his gold medal. She also connected with icons and fan favorites such as Tom Brady, Katie Ledecky, Tara Davis & Hunter Woodhall, Andy Murray, Ilona Maher, Kevon Williams, Jonathan Owens, and Neeraj Chopra, while capturing emotional family perspectives from Nellie Biles, Jordan Chiles’ mother, Suni Lee’s mother, and Katie Ledecky’s brother, Michael. Her journalism is marked by authenticity, access, and a deep passion for highlighting perseverance and human connection in sports. Inspired by Olympic champions like Allyson Felix and Vincent Hancock, Shreya continues to carve her path as a storyteller.

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