Nina Dobrev is back in the headlines after being spotted with longtime pal Zac Efron during a sun soaked yacht trip along the Italian coastline. The sighting, which came just days after Nina ended her engagement to Shaun White, immediately fueled whispers of a possible romance.
The pair were seen enjoying the Mediterranean waters off Sardinia, where they appeared relaxed and in high spirits. Photos showed them chatting, laughing, and soaking up the sun while surrounded by a small group of friends. Both flaunted their toned physiques in swimsuits, which only added fuel to the speculation.
The Daily Mail reported that the pair looked especially close while sharing moments on the yacht’s deck during a stunning Mediterranean sunset. For fans of both stars, the images quickly sparked rumors that their friendship might have taken a romantic turn.
However, insiders have made it clear that the bond between Zac and Nina remains strictly platonic. A source told the outlet that while the two have been spending time together, there is no romantic involvement at this stage.
“Zac and Nina might be hanging out on a yacht, having fun, getting along but they aren’t dating. They aren’t looking to get together, so the rumors of something more just don’t currently exist,” the insider explained.
The source further revealed that Nina’s Italian getaway was more about relaxation and recovery than romance. Having recently gone through a high profile split, the actress is taking time for herself.
“Nina is looking to unwind and just have fun and deal with life post break up, but that doesn’t mean she is going to land in Zac’s arms,” the insider emphasized. The clarification has not stopped fans from speculating, but it provides context to her current mindset.
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According to the report, Nina is simply leaning on her circle of close friends during this transitional time. Zac, who has been a familiar face in her Hollywood circle for years, just happened to be part of the group enjoying the Italian escape.
“Zac is a nice guy, and they are friendly and that is all that it is,” the source concluded. “Don’t get your Dofron relationship nicknames out just yet.”
The timing of the trip, however, makes it difficult for fans not to connect dots. Nina and Shaun White were first linked in 2020, and their romance quickly grew serious. After four years together, the couple announced their engagement in October of last year.
News of their breakup earlier this month came as a shock to fans who had seen them as one of Hollywood’s most stable couples. Neither Nina nor Shaun has publicly addressed the reasons behind their split, though reports suggest it was an amicable decision.
Now, with Nina enjoying a summer escape in Europe, her fans are closely watching her every move. While romance with Zac Efron has been denied, the two certainly sparked attention by choosing such a picturesque setting to relax together.
Both stars are known for keeping their personal lives private, but public sightings like this inevitably fuel speculation. Whether just friends or something more in the future, their Italian getaway has left people buzzing.
For now, Nina appears focused on healing and moving forward after the end of her engagement. Surrounded by friends, sunshine, and stunning views, her vacation seems to be exactly what she needs.
