Nina Dobrev is a Canadian actress and model, best known for her role as Elena Gilbert on the popular television series The Vampire Diaries. Born on January 9, 1989, in Sofia, Bulgaria, she moved to Canada at a young age and began her acting career in the early 2000s. In addition to her work on The Vampire Diaries, Dobrev has appeared in various films and television shows, including The Perks of Being a Wallflower and xXx: Return of Xander Cage. She has received several awards for her performances and is recognized for her philanthropic efforts as well.