Orlando Bloom, Nina Dobrev Reportedly Dating - 5 Facts You May Not Know
The Lord of the Rings star and The Vampire Diaries actress are reportedly Hollywood's latest couple. While there's been no confirmation from Orlando Bloom, Nina Dobrev, or their representatives, it's worth diving deep into the rumors of their relationship. Here's what you need to know about their alleged romance.
Why do people think they’re dating?
People reported that Bloom, 40, and Dobrev, 28, were spotted at Coachella's Neon Festival on April 15, 2017. "They've known each other for a while. Recently they've been hanging out as more than friends," a source told the magazine, adding, "It's super casual."
The relationship must be super casual since that same source notes that Bloom was "all over" model Ashley Haas at the party—with Dobrev only a few feet away.
Another source told the publication that Bloom and Dobrev are "not exclusive" and that the Pirates of the Caribbean actor "doesn't want a girlfriend and enjoys being single."
"Orlando is doing great," People's insider stated. "He is dating and having a good time. He has known Nina for a long time. They are having fun together."
Haven’t they been linked together before?
If you're getting a feeling of déjà vu, you're not alone. This isn't the first time that Bloom and Dobrev have been connected in the news. The pair made headlines back in July 2014 for reportedly making out at a Comic-Con party. According to Us Weekly, Bloom and Dobrev met up at Zachary Levi's Nerd HQ bash. One eyewitness claims that the two "were making out for 20 minutes" and even "grinded on the dance floor." But apparently, neither party wanted to make their relationship official. Regarding Dobrev's relationship status, the magazine's source stated, "She's single and having fun!"
How do they know each other?
While it's impossible to know exactly how Bloom and Dobrev met without hearing it directly from them, we do have a few ideas of how these two celebrities started hanging out. According to the Mirror, the two actors were introduced to each other by their shared manager Scott Wexler. Although it's also possible that Bloom and Dobrev met through friends. A source told Us Weekly that Nina has "been out with [Bloom] in social settings with mutual friends," adding, "She's always thought he was an attractive man."
Who else has Nina Dobrev dated?
As a successful actress, Dobrev has likely dated quite a few men in Hollywood. However, her most well-known relationship was with her Vampire Diaries co-star Ian Somerhalder. The pair started dating in 2011 but called in quits in 2013. Nicki Swift previously reported on their breakup, citing their 10-year age gap and different career goals as probable reasons for their split.
What about Katy Perry?
Don't worry about Bloom's ex-girlfriend. The two reportedly ended things amicably, with Bloom recently telling Elle UK that the two were still friends. "We're all grown-up. She happens to be someone who is very visible, but I don't think anybody cares about what I'm up to. Nor should they. It's between us," Bloom stated. "It's better to set an example for kids and show that breakups don't have to be about hate."
Since their split, Perry seems to be doing just fine. After taking the plunge and chopping off nearly all of her hair, Perry partied at Coachella on April 16, 2017. A source told People that the "Chained to the Rhythm" singer "seemed to be in good spirits."
So, with Perry onto better things, will Bloom and Dobrev make their suspected romance official? We'll just have to wait and see.