{"id":2152938,"date":"2024-01-18T16:07:01","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T21:07:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-vampire-diaries-star-says-hes-glad-he-ditched-l-a-for-a-farm-i-dont-miss-any-of-it\/"},"modified":"2024-01-18T16:11:23","modified_gmt":"2024-01-18T21:11:23","slug":"the-vampire-diaries-star-says-hes-glad-he-ditched-l-a-for-a-farm-i-dont-miss-any-of-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-vampire-diaries-star-says-hes-glad-he-ditched-l-a-for-a-farm-i-dont-miss-any-of-it\/","title":{"rendered":"The Vampire Diaries&#8217; actor happy he left L.A. for a farm, doesn&#8217;t miss it"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">28<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fthe-vampire-diaries-star-says-hes-glad-he-ditched-l-a-for-a-farm-i-dont-miss-any-of-it%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2152938&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The Vampire\u200d Diaries Star Ian Somerhalder Finds Happiness\u2064 on a Southern California Farm<\/h2>\n<p>Actor Ian Somerhalder, known for his role in &#8220;The Vampire Diaries,&#8221;\u2062 has left the glitz \u200band glamour of Los Angeles behind for a simpler life on a farm \u200cin Southern\u200d California. And he couldn&#8217;t be happier.<\/p>\n<p>Married \u200bto &#8220;Twilight&#8221; actress Nikki Reed, Somerhalder made the decision to\u200b step away from acting to prioritize his \u2062family and pursue other \u200cprojects. Despite his success on screen, the 45-year-old has no\u200b regrets about leaving\u200b Hollywood behind.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I loved my acting career for a long time,&#8221; Somerhalder shared with E! News. &#8220;But I don&#8217;t\u2062 miss any of\u200b it. We \u2062had an amazing run, and\u2064 now it&#8217;s time for a new \u2062chapter.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Embracing his new life, Somerhalder has fully immersed himself in farm living. He and Reed produce most of their own food and have become true &#8220;farm people.&#8221; Somerhalder even joked, &#8220;I live in my cowboy\u2064 boots.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Reed, \u200dwho also produced \u2063the farming documentary &#8220;Common Ground,&#8221; shares her husband&#8217;s passion \u2063for sustainable\u200b living. She believes that reconnecting with \u2063nature fosters compassion and understanding, especially for children.<\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead, Somerhalder hinted at exciting plans for their future, saying, &#8220;This is just the beginning. We&#8217;re about to \u2063embark on our 3.0 version.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-describedby=\"sk-tooltip-9096\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp&#038;source=gmail&#038;ust=1700760801843000&#038;usg=AOvVaw2PQrVSrJfhxNb4LcARqniG\">CLICK\u200c HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>Discovering the Truth Behind Our Broken Food System<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;Common Ground&#8221; is a thought-provoking\u200c documentary that follows the success \u200cof the 2020 film &#8220;Kiss the Ground.&#8221; It delves into the world of regenerative agriculture and exposes the dark web of money, power, and politics that shape our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/exclusive-nyc-vegan-restaurant-has-a-secret-meat-room-for-wealthy-customers\/\" title=\"Exclusive NYC Vegan Restaurant Has A \u2018Secret Meat Room\u2019 For Wealthy Customers\">current food system<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Through personal stories and investigative journalism, &#8220;Common Ground&#8221; \u2063sheds light on the \u200dinjustices within \u200bthe farming industry and the sacrifices made\u2062 by farmers \u200cof all backgrounds to feed us. \u2062It&#8217;s a wake-up call \u200cto \u2064the\u200c urgent need for change.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What are\u200d some\u2063 of the challenges that Ian Somerhalder has faced \u200cin \u200bhis journey from Hollywood to sustainable farming, and how has\u200d he overcome\u2064 them?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  California. The 42-year-old \u2062actor has found solace and \u200dhappiness in the arms of nature,\u2064 pursuing a \u200dnew and fulfilling chapter of his life.<\/p>\n<p>After years of gracing \u2062television screens as the brooding vampire Damon Salvatore, Somerhalder felt a deep longing for a change of pace. He yearned for a \u200blife that was more connected to the\u2064 earth, away from\u2063 the bustling city life filled with red carpets and paparazzi. With this in mind, he made the brave decision to embrace a quieter existence on a farm in Southern \u200cCalifornia.<\/p>\n<p>Somerhalder&#8217;s \u200cfarm, located in the beautiful outskirts of Santa Monica, is a sanctuary where he \u200bcan escape the\u200c chaos of Hollywood. Surrounded by rolling green hills and vibrant, blooming flowers, it offers a \u2062serene and peaceful refuge from the demands of the entertainment industry. The actor has taken on the role of a steward\u2063 for the land, devoting himself \u200dto <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/foreigners-bought-3-million-acres-of-u-s-farmland-last-year-now-control-2-of-the-u-s\/\" title=\"Foreigners acquired 3M acres of U.S. farmland in 2020, now owning 2% of the country's total\">sustainable \u200cfarming practices<\/a> \u2064and creating a harmonious ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>In recent interviews, Somerhalder has expressed his profound connection \u200dto the natural world and the joy he finds in working on the farm. He speaks passionately about the importance of environmental conservation and the need for sustainable practices\u200c in agriculture. Somerhalder believes that through responsible farming, we \u200dcan help mitigate \u2062climate change and create \u200ba healthier future for generations to come.<\/p>\n<p>Not only has Somerhalder found happiness \u200bthrough his farming endeavors,\u2064 but he has also embraced the opportunity to give back to \u200dthe community. Through his foundation, the \u2063Ian Somerhalder Foundation (ISF), he advocates for various \u2063causes, including animal rights and environmental preservation. The farm serves as\u2062 a physical\u200d manifestation of \u2062his philanthropic efforts, where he actively demonstrates the possibility of sustainable living \u2063and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/where-is-kristi-noem-as-her-corporate-sponsors-take-over-constituents-land\/\" title=\"Where is Kristi Noem while corporate sponsors seize constituents' land?\">responsible land management<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Somerhalder&#8217;s \u200btransition to farm life has not been\u2063 without\u2063 its challenges. Farming requires\u200c dedication, hard work, and \u2063a deep understanding of the land. \u200dHowever, he approaches these obstacles with the \u200csame\u2063 determination and passion that have \u2062propelled his acting career. His commitment to \u200dsustainable farming is evident \u2063in the meticulous care he \u200dgives to his crops \u200cand animals. He\u200c views each\u200d day as an opportunity to\u2064 make a \u2064positive impact on the planet and inspire others to do the same.<\/p>\n<p>As Somerhalder continues to cultivate a sense\u2064 of happiness and purpose on his\u2063 farm, he remains an\u2063 inspiration to many. His\u2063 decision to step away from the limelight and devote himself to sustainable living\u2063 is a testament to his character and values. In a world that\u200c often prioritizes fame and \u2063material wealth, he reminds\u200c us \u200dof the\u2063 importance of living in harmony with nature and finding fulfillment in simpler things.<\/p>\n<p>Ian Somerhalder&#8217;s journey from Hollywood heartthrob \u2062to sustainable farmer \u200dembodies the idea that true happiness is found when we align our lives with our values. His dedication to environmental causes and his farm is a shining example of \u200dhow \u200dindividuals can make a difference in the world. As fans and admirers, we can\u200c only hope that Somerhalder&#8217;s story continues to inspire others to embrace a more sustainable and fulfilling way \u2062of life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Vampire Diaries&#8221; actor Ian Somerhalder left LA for a farm in Southern California and has no regrets. Married to &#8220;Twilight&#8221; star Nikki Reed, they have a six-year-old daughter and a six-month-old son. 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