The Vampire Diaries star Paul Wesley who played Stefan Salvatore has found love again. The 41 year old actor is now engaged to 25 year old model Natalie Kuckenburg, his girlfriend of nearly two years. The couple announced their engagement in an Instagram post, sharing a monochrome photo of their hands, adorned with an engagement ring.

The post was shared by Natalie, captioned simply: “Yes. Always and forever.”

According to People, the proposal happened during a vacation in Italy. The couple has been exploring the stunning landscapes of Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast, sharing picturesque moments on social media. Wesley described the trip as “a beautiful time,” while Natalie called it “the best time!!”

Their love story began in late 2022, when the two were first seen dining together in Italy.

This will be Wesley’s second engagement. He was previously married to health coach Ines de Ramon. Their divorce was finalised in early 2024.