The Vampire Diaries star Paul Wesley is officially engaged! The 41-year-old actor popped the question to his girlfriend of nearly two years, 25-year-old model Natalie Kuckenburg, during a dreamy vacation in Italy.
The couple shared the happy news in the most charming way — with a black-and-white photo of their hands on Instagram. The simple caption read, “Yes. Always and forever,” and it quickly drew love and congratulations from fans and celebrities alike.
According to People, Paul and Natalie got engaged while traveling through Italy’s stunning Tuscany and Amalfi Coast. Wesley called the trip “a beautiful time,” while Kuckenburg described it as “the best time!!”
Their romance began in late 2022 when they were first spotted dining together in Italy. Although they kept things private at first, fans soon noticed both were sharing snaps from the same locations. Since then, they’ve appeared in public and online together, always keeping their relationship sweet and low-key.
Despite staying under the radar, the couple hasn’t shied away from showing affection. On Valentine’s Day, Kuckenburg called Wesley her “soulmate,” and he replied with heart emojis. In a March 2024 interview, Wesley shared, “All we do is laugh. It is the most important thing, honestly.”
This is Wesley’s second engagement. He was previously married to health coach Ines de Ramon, with their divorce finalized earlier in 2024.
While there’s no word yet on wedding plans, fans expect a private, intimate celebration — much like their engagement announcement. One thing’s for sure: love and laughter are clearly at the heart of Paul and Natalie’s journey.
