Nina Dobrev’s Halloween costume as Tiffany from Bride of Chucky is drawing significant attention. Many believe the intricate outfit subtly mocks her recent engagement breakup with Shaun White. The former Vampire Diaries star, 36, shared photos of her elaborate costume on Saturday, November 1.
Her ensemble included a fake "Chucky" tattoo over a pierced heart, replicating the movie character’s look. Dobrev also carried a miniature Chucky doll. In one image, the doll was depicted lying "helpless and alone." The apparent jab stems from White’s distinctive red hair, which is a notable characteristic, similar to Chucky.
Dobrev, 36, and White, 39, ended their engagement in September after five years together. The breakup surprised fans, as the couple had been photographed hand-in-hand just 11 days before the news broke. Sources close to the couple confirmed there was "no infidelity" involved in the split.
Both individuals had reportedly expressed desires to start a family. One informant shared that Dobrev "couldn’t wait to marry and start a family with Shaun." Following the split, White traveled to Beijing, China, to promote a winter sports league.
Dobrev, meanwhile, spent time with her family in Canada. She later reunited with friends Keleigh and Miles Teller, and Chace Crawford, on a yacht in Italy. During this trip, she was photographed jokingly flirting with long-time friend Zac Efron.
These photos sparked rumors of a new romance. However, Us Weekly reported in September that their relationship was strictly platonic. Sources stated that Dobrev and Efron have been close friends for over a decade.
Their friends often joke that they should date, but sources confirm it is not happening. Dobrev has been leaning on her family and friends for support since the breakup. She has reportedly felt "so much love and support" from her inner circle.
Dobrev personally denied romance rumors with Efron to TMZ photographers on October 1. She shook her head when asked about "something with Zac Efron" and confirmed they were "just friends."
Dobrev and White first gained public attention in February 2020. White proposed with a five-carat Lorraine Schwartz ring during a romantic dinner in New York in October 2024. A source close to the couple indicated that Dobrev was "completely surprised" by the proposal.