Yoga, animals, and Obama: Interesting facts about Ian Somerhalder

He was repeatedly recognized as the most beautiful young actor. He even managed to overtake Robert Pattinson in popularity, who captured millions of girls' hearts after the release of the Twilight saga. "The Vampire Diaries" drew the attention of the audience to itself, and Ian Somerhalder's character Damon became another idol of young girls. To your attention - interesting facts about him:

1. A lovestory on the set.

During the filming of The Vampire Diaries, Ian began a serious romance with his partner on the show - Nina Dobrev. Fans of both actors were sure that their favorites will get married at the end of filming. But no - passion quickly "let go" of young people and another beautiful actress - Nikki Reed became Somerhalder's wife. The most interesting thing about this situation is that Nina and Nikki were close friends. Viewers even attributed Dobrev's departure from the series to the fact that Ian preferred her to Reed.

2. Yoga.

It was Nikki Reed who accustomed her star husband to practicing yoga. They do exercises together every day. Somerhalder thinks that yoga helps him always stay in shape.

3. Breakfast with Obama.

In 2012, the head of the White House Barack Obama invited the moviestar to breakfast. This gesture was related to Somerhalder's concern about the state of nature and environmental issues. The fan favourite has expressed a lot on this subject, Obama was "caught" by this indifference. At the breakfast, he and Somerhalder talked specifically about ecology.

4. Eagle.

The actor has several pets, mostly cats and dogs. But he also has an unusual creature living in his house - a horse named Eagle. It seems that Ian wouldn't mind having a real eagle, since he named his pet that. Good for him, that hi didn't, though, because it's much harder to tame this eagle than it is to make friends with a horse.

5. He can crown a couple.

The actor periodically marries lovers in church - he has the appropriate permission. Most often Somerhalder is asked for such a rite by his friends.

6. He is a home chef.

Ian loves to cook. In addition, he and his sister opened a pizzeria near Sun Valley, Idaho (USA). Once there was a fan meeting of the "Vampire Diaries" actors with fans. Nina Dobrev also participated in the event. She, Somerhalder and their fans cooked pizza together and had a nice conversation.

7. He has a dream.

In one interview, he talked about his vision - to settle on a ranch outside the city, to grow organic vegetables there, as well as to breed horses. Probably, the realization of all this Ian will do when he decides to end an acting career. Otherwise, where would he get the time to take care of numerous garden beds and horses?

8. An unusual auction.

Somerhalder once put himself up for sale...himself. Quite a bold move, wasn't it? But don't be surprised - in fact, everything turned out to be much easier to digest and far more prosaic. It was a charity auction. The actor promised that whoever was ready to pay the highest bidder could have a romantic evening with him. The auction was held on Charitybuzz.