Fans were surprised to see Candice Accola and Steven Krueger find love, years after rising to fame in The Vampire Diaries universe. Accola, who played Caroline Forbes on TVD from 2009 to 2017, was initially married to Joe King, with whom she shares daughters Florence and Josephine. In May 2022, Accola filed for divorce from King, and she began spending time with Krueger at TVD fan conventions and cast reunions. By December 2023, Accola subtly confirmed her romance with Krueger on social media, and the couple has since shared glimpses into their relationship.
In April 2023, Krueger shared a group photo with Accola in Us’ Inside a Day in My Life feature, expressing how he enjoys catching up with his former costars from TVD and The Originals. That same month, Krueger hinted at his plans for parenthood, indicating that starting a family is in his future. In November 2023, Accola opened up about her dating life on her “Superbloom” podcast, revealing that she has been seeing someone and expressing happiness and joy in her heart. She mentioned having a “really nice person” in her life without revealing too many details.
By December 2023, Accola posted various videos from the year on social media, including a brief clip of her and Krueger sharing a kiss, showcasing their growing relationship. In January 2024, Accola took to Instagram Story to document her attempt to spot Krueger in the background of red carpet footage at the Emmys, showing her interest and affection for him. The couple enjoyed a romantic trip to Paris, France in February 2024, further solidifying their relationship.
In April 2024, Accola shared an Instagram photo of her and Krueger posing for the camera during a trip to Blackberry Mountain, captioning it with details of their adventures. The couple appears to be enjoying their time together and exploring new experiences. Accola and Krueger’s relationship timeline has been marked by public displays of affection, shared moments, and hints at their future plans. Despite the surprise that fans initially felt at their pairing, Accola and Krueger seem to be happy and content in their newfound love.
