Breaking all age barriers, Shaun White just made history at 35, clinching his fifth Olympic berth. On this incredible journey, one person who has been standing by him is his girlfriend, Nina Dobrev.
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The Winter Olympic legend has been dating the Hollywood actor, Nina Dobrev, since 2020. Notably, amidst pandemic struggles, Shaun claimed Nina was a ‘lifesaver’ for him.
Nina Dobrev gushes over Shaun White
Nina Dobrev and Shaun White have become Instagram’s favorite celebrity couple. Fans love the duo, as one is a legendary snowboarder and the other is a Hollywood sensation. Opening up about the support from his girlfriend, Shaun White had heartwarming things to say about Nina.
Shaun said, “Nina’s just been so supportive and so amazing through this whole process for me.”
“Through the pandemic, she was a lifesaver — she really made that time in my life special.”
Nina Dobrev is currently promoting her upcoming movie, ‘Redeeming Love’. In an interview for the same, she replied to White calling her a ‘lifesaver’. Dobrev said, ”Yeah he’s pretty incredible. Pretty special human being for sure.”
‘Flying-Tomato’ proved he’s a superhuman
When Shaun steps in the snow, the world braces for an incredible performance. Back in 2021, Shaun set out on his quest for a fifth Olympic appearance but faced many setbacks, including the pandemic. Despite it, White, a man on a mission, did not leave his hopes until the last minute.
PYEONGCHANG-GUN, SOUTH KOREA – FEBRUARY 14: Shaun White of the United States celebrates after his third run during the Snowboard Men’s Halfpipe Final on day five of the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics at Phoenix Snow Park on February 14, 2018 in Pyeongchang-gun, South Korea. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
At the ‘last contest’ before US team selection for Beijing, White claimed the podium spot at LAAX Open 2022, Switzerland, to mark his place on the team. Shaun will now fly with his American teammates to China next month. Sadly, this will be the last time fans will witness him perform at the Olympics, as he has already announced his retirement, post the soon-approaching Winter Games.
Albeit, the bright side to look at is White will compete for another historical achievement, a fourth Olympic gold medal. Do you think Shaun White will fly his way to his last Olympic podium in Beijing?
