Nina Dobrev Photographed With Model Dougie Joseph in New York City

Nina Dobrev has caught the attention of eagle-eyed observers while making her way around New York City this week alongside model Dougie Joseph, fueling questions about the nature of their relationship.

The 37-year-old actress was photographed during the outing, with a fan sharing the image to DeuxMoi. The onlooker described Joseph as "respectfully, the hottest man I've ever seen… perf match."

DeuxMoi subsequently confirmed the man's identity as Dougie, who is followed by Dobrev on Instagram. While some social media users are suggesting the pair could simply be friends, others are more curious about potential romantic involvement.

An intriguing detail emerged when fans recalled an Instagram post from Joseph in April that read, "Big week of Bulgarians." The caption accompanied a video of him performing Bulgarian squats at the gym, but the reference to Dobrev's Bulgarian heritage has led observers to wonder if there was a hidden meaning behind the message.

Also worth noting: Dobrev's close friend Julianne Hough follows Joseph on the platform as well.

Beyond his modeling work, Joseph co-founded Bondi Skin Co., a skincare line designed for men.

Dobrev has been unattached since her September 2025 separation from fiancé Shaun White, ending their five-year relationship. Following the split, she was briefly connected to a prominent Hollywood actor, though she dismissed those reports and clarified that they maintain a platonic friendship.