When I first saw these photos of Nikki Reed and Ian Somerhalder out for a run on Saturday, I thought, “They’re friends. Ian’s a heel striker. Big deal?” Then I wondered what was up with Ian’s dating situation. He and Nina Dobrev broke up 14 months ago. He debuted an ex-Idol girlfriend in late April, and I’m not sure what happened to her. Nikki has been mostly single since she and Paul McDonald announced their divorce in March. She may have hooked up with Derek Hough as a rebound.
Then I found more photos of Ian and Nikki. They not only ran together on Saturday, but they also took an early Sunday morning jaunt to the Farmer’s Market together. If they are only friends, they’re pretty good friends who are comfy spending a huge chunk of the weekend together.
They really could be good pals. Nikki and Nina are friends, so Nikki knows Ian through Nina. But I decided to ship this new couple for one big reason (other than these photos of Ian nuzzling Nikki’s neck). As far as I know, Ian is not a self-professed runner. I googled for more pics and couldn’t find any evidence. Nikki is a pretty devoted runner. She started doing half marathons in 2012, and she’s often papped running with her gorgeous dogs. (There’s a picture in the gallery of those puppies. I want them.)
Look at the way they are running. Nikki seems very comfortable. She’s an old pro at this and has the form to prove it. Whereas Ian looks like he’s only running to impress Nikki. Look at what the dude is wearing. Ian threw on a non-wicking shirt, pseudo-parachute pants, and what look like trail shoes. All wrong. He also looks winded compared to Nikki, who is faring just fine. Yep. Ian is that guy who signed up for a 10-mile race to impress a chick (without ever running that far beforehand). What I’m saying is this — Nikki may not be into Ian, but Ian is definitely into Nikki. Man, I bet he was so sore on Sunday morning.
Photos courtesy of Fame/Flynet & WENN
I find that kinda cute actually! Maybe she’ll help him pick out some proper running gear 🙂
Those pants are still a step up from the arthritic-contorted-knuckle pants that Jen Aniston’s BF, aka “Eyeballs”, had on.
I could never wear that running top. My breasts would be hitting me in the face.
So, Nikki and Nina are friends. Nina hooked up with Derek after she and Ian broke up, and then Nikki hooked up with Derek after her breakup. And now Nikki and Ian are together? I can’t decide if the next step is Nina and Ian again or Nina and Paul or Ian and Paul…?
I can’t run without major support either. Even someone without much going on up front (like this girl here) really should think about a little more support. I feel sympathetic pain when I notice a woman who is jogging without a good bra. Of course, I don’t know what it would actually feel like to not have a lot going on up front, so maybe it doesn’t hurt like crazy, but still. Eeeeeh. Won’t things get saggy later even if there’s not much to sag?
LoL I know right? My boobs would be all over the place in that top 🙂
that last line just made me laugh….:) thanks for that!
She definitely has the legs of a runner. I wanna go running with Ian 🙁
I bet I’m faster than her too! Hmmf!
I’d like to try water sports with him! He loves the ocean. Maybe some snorkeling?
I wanna go deep-sea diving in his pants!
LOL. Maybe I just have a dirty mind but the “water sports” line made me laugh so hard!
Haha, damn, wish I’d thought of it!
Great detective skills, Bedhead 😀
I don’t get his appeal. :/
Me neither. I think he looks so creepy and skeevy. That half smile gives me the willies.
Just what we all need: another vampire romance.
Haha, my first thought was that Damon Salvatore would be much better with a vamp like Rosalie than the bland and boring Elena Gilbert.
Why are they running so far apart? I dont know if it’s a real relationship or not, but they will get noticed, and it does more for her career than his….who knows about random celebrity relationships anymore? Theyre no Michelle & zac staged horse ride intro?
Be patient. We’re only 48 hours in. The tandem bikes and hot air balloon rides should be coming shortly.
Isn’t he supposed to be closeted? I get all the CW guys confused. They are so interchangeable, IMO.
Nope, I think you’re thinking of his less attractive doppelgänger, Chace.
i’m thinking they are a couple and this was their debut sort of. Why else would they be running on the streets of LA? Nothing against running on the streets, but it is kind of a pain with the traffic and what not. There are tons of hiking trails and secluded spots they could be running on. Couple that w/the trip to the farmers market and oh yeah.
He looks like Rob Lowe’s clone. I am trying to figure out what shoes she has on. Any ideas? I wear Saucony exclusively, but I need new ones as my mileage is increasing. Been hearing good thinhs about Nike lunas. He doesn’t do it for me.
I was an Asics diehard for years but switched to Saucony a year and a half a go and haven’t gone back.
Actually, that’s not true–I have one pair of Asics in my 4-pair rotation. I’ve never found a Nike running sneaker that works for me.
Also a suggestion: you didn’t say how many miles you’re doing, but right now I’m doing about 45-50 miles a week. When I’m training I do 50-60 and I’ve found sneaker rotation is a great way to minimize blistering and soreness. Also, you extend the life of your sneakers instead of blowing through your favorite pair and then finding the newest model to be not as good.
They look like Adidas. My trail running shoes are Adidas but my road running shoes are Nike Frees. I used to be all about the Brooks but no more. The last pair were rough on my feet.
Don’t know what shoes she has on, but I’m all about my Brooks. I buy multiple pairs of my model when they go on sale.
I think she is very pretty. They both love animals, so why not? Have fun!
Aww, two useless vampires find love, how sweet (not).
Sooo she dates men her close friend has already been with? Not cool. Idk how long Nina “dated” Derek but I do know she was in a pretty long term relationship with Ian. That’s pretty much off limits to my friends and I. Hollyweird strikes again
Why CW actors always date one another? They must feel like they are in a show for pre-teens and teenagers when they are at parties.Maybe they are taking their job too seriously or they are method actors.
Cute dogs!!
Nothing like presenting a suggested romance to the public to get some much needed PR. Mission accomplished! lol
It’s About Last Night all over again – where’s Demi?
Awww, a little teen vampire crossover romance.
Nikki seems like one of the most friendly, accessible, down-to-earth members of the Twilight cast (along with the guy who played her vamp-husband, who’s apparently a total honey at fan conventions), and Ian is by far the best part of the Vampire Diaries (which is surprisingly good — I started watching it partly to mock it and found that, after the first season anyway, I was really enjoying it.) He was also amazing in Rules of Attraction.
Whether this is real or PR, good for them.
I started watching for Ian eye candy and really got pulled into it. It started going south after Julie Plec left to head The Originals but Ian’s still pretty to look at (sadly, so much character assassination with Damon)
Even the C-List needs a Brangelina, especially when Hayden Christensen and Rachel Bilson couple isn’t interesting anymore lol.
Hmm… he’s wearing the same shoes and hat as the day before. He could have easily had those fugly black track pants and a second grey t-shirt on hand in his car for an overnight stay at her place. Wild speculation, of course, but it’s weird to see them together again the very next morning.
They look idiotic.
I like this couple! They share a love of animals and being vampires. I give it at least one year.