Who Is Kat Graham Dating in 2026?
Kat Graham is married to Bryant Wood - so the Vampire Diaries star is not “dating” anyone; she is a wife and, as of 2026, a new mother. Graham, 37, married Wood - her best friend and business partner - in October 2023 after just four months of dating, in an intimate Los Angeles ceremony. In December 2025 she announced she was expecting their first child, and in March 2026 she revealed the arrival of their baby boy: Prospero “Spero” Nyemah Wood.
It is a whirlwind love story even by Hollywood standards: best friends for five years through their wellness company Modern Nirvana, then a four-month romance, a surprise wedding, and now a family.
Kat Graham: Life and Career Background
Katerina Alexandre Hartford Graham (born September 5, 1989) is a Swiss-born American actress, singer, and dancer. She played Bonnie Bennett on the CW supernatural drama series The Vampire Diaries (2009–2017). Her film credits include The Parent Trap (1998), 17 Again (2009), The Roommate (2011), Honey 2 (2011), Addicted (2014), and All Eyez on Me (2017). Graham has released two EPs and four studio albums.
Katerina Alexandre Hartford Graham was born on September 5, 1989, in Geneva, Switzerland, and raised in Los Angeles, California, United States. Her father, Joseph, is of Americo-Liberian descent, and her mother, Natasha, was Jewish (from a family from Poland and Russia). Graham's father was a music executive and the godfather of two of producer Quincy Jones' children. Her paternal grandfather was a UN Ambassador, serving for 40 years in the Netherlands, Sweden, Romania, and Kenya. Graham disclosed in an interview that her father left the music industry to work as a journalist under his father for the UN. Her maternal and paternal grandparents were refugees from the Holocaust and Liberia, respectively, and she credits them as an inspiration for her work as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR.
Her parents divorced when she was 5 years old. During a 2025 episode of the podcast Baby, This is Keke Palmer, Graham revealed she and her father were estranged. She has one half-brother, Yakov, born in Tel Aviv, Israel. Graham was raised in her mother's Jewish religion and attended a Hebrew school.
Graham began her career in the entertainment industry at age 6. Within the following eight years, she appeared in numerous television commercials, including advertisements for Barbie, Edison, K-Mart, and Pop-Tarts. At age 15, Graham caught the eye of choreographer Fatima Robinson, and was asked to perform at the BET Awards as a background dancer for hip-hop rapper Bow Wow. Graham followed her BET Awards appearance with work as a background dancer for Missy Elliott, Pharrell Williams, Jamie Foxx, and choreographers Hi-Hat and Michael Rooney. At age 17, Graham participated in a national marketing campaign to advertise Coca-Cola's soda brand Fanta. Graham appeared in the marketing campaign as a member of the "Fantanas", known as Capri, also known as Strawberry.U.D.D.Y.", Nelly's "Just A Dream" and Diddy – Dirty Money with Usher's "Looking for Love".
In 1998, Graham made her film debut in the remake of The Parent Trap alongside Lindsay Lohan. Graham plays the role of Jackie, a Camp Walden camper. In 2002, Graham made her television debut on the Disney Channel teen comedy series Lizzie McGuire. Graham went on to appear on various television series, including CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The O.C., Malcolm in the Middle, Joan of Arcadia, Grounded For Life, and Greek. In 2008, she appeared in the musical comedy series Hannah Montana playing the role of a girlfriend to Jason Earles's character Jackson Stewart as a guest appearance for three episodes. Graham has also had well-known supporting roles in films such as 17 Again and The Roommate.
In December 2008, Graham began filming sci-fi/dance film Boogie Town in Los Angeles. However, shooting the film was put on hold that same month due to payroll issues with background performers. In April 2009, principal photography was stopped due to schedule conflicts with some of her co-stars and other projects. The film is a retelling of the tragedy Romeo and Juliet and is set in a futuristic New York City where dance battles are permanently banned. Graham plays the role of Ingrid. The film was set to be released in theaters worldwide October 2011; however, it was set to be originally released in June 2009.
In March 2009, Graham was cast in The CW supernatural drama series The Vampire Diaries based on the book series of the same name. Graham plays the role of Bonnie Bennett, a young witch, which is considered her breakout role. The series premiered on September 10, 2009, to 4.91 million viewers and received mixed reviews for its progression from critics. In May 2012, the series was renewed for the show's fourth season. She took over as the female lead in 2015 after the Canadian actress Nina Dobrev departed for the seventh season. In 2011, Graham won "Choice TV Female Scene Stealer" at the Teen Choice Awards for her role on the show.
In August 2010, The Hollywood Reporter announced that Graham was cast in the Universal Pictures dance drama film Honey 2. The film is a sequel to the 2003 film Honey. The film follows a troubled girl and aspiring dancer who joins a dance crew. The film was released theatrically in selected countries for a limited release and went on to make over US$8 million worldwide. In June 2011, the film was released direct-to-DVD in North America to negative reviews from critics though Graham's performance and dancing was praised. Later that year, Graham starred in the dance-oriented comedy film, Dance Fu, in which she appeared as the female lead.
The Love Story: How Kat Met Bryant
Graham and Wood were best friends for about five years before anything romantic happened - partners in the wellness brand Modern Nirvana, which Graham co-founded in 2022 with Wood and Frank Elaridi. In June 2023 they confirmed they had started dating; by October they were married in a private legal ceremony in Los Angeles, with matching white outfits and a friend officiating. They confirmed the news to People, noting plans for a bigger celebration later. The speed raised eyebrows, but Graham has said that years of friendship meant they already knew everything that mattered.
Who Is Bryant Wood? About Kat's Spouse
Bryant Wood is a master breathwork instructor, motivational coach and Graham's business partner in Modern Nirvana. He is not an actor - he comes from the wellness world, which Graham has said was part of the appeal after years of dating within the industry. When she announced her pregnancy in December 2025 (“We’re having a baby!!!”), Wood commented “We are ready!” - and in March 2026 they introduced son Spero to the world together, with congratulations pouring in from her Vampire Diaries co-stars including Nina Dobrev and Nikki Reed.
Kat's Dating History
Before Wood, Graham was engaged to director Darren Genet - they dated from 2017, got engaged in 2022, and split in 2023, with Graham announcing the breakup herself: “After many years together, Darren and I have chosen to no longer be together.” Earlier, she was engaged to actor Cottrell Guidry from 2012 to 2014. The Wood marriage came just months after the Genet split - a rebound only in timing, Graham's friends insist, since the friendship with Wood predated the romance by years.
Kat Graham at 37: Career Snapshot
Katerina Alexandre Hartford Graham, born September 5, 1989, in Geneva, Switzerland, and raised in Los Angeles, is best known as Bonnie Bennett on The CW's The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017) - the witch who anchored the show's supernatural mythology across eight seasons. Her film credits include The Parent Trap (1998), 17 Again (2009), The Roommate (2011), Honey 2 (2011) and All Eyez on Me (2017). She is also a singer with two EPs and four studio albums, and the co-founder of the Modern Nirvana wellness brand.
Family Life and What Comes Next
Son Prospero “Spero” Nyemah Wood was announced on March 12, 2026 - the couple's first child, and Graham's first. Graham, whose father Joseph was a music executive and whose mother is of Jewish and Liberian descent, has spoken about wanting a grounded family life away from the child-star chaos. The Vampire Diaries family has embraced the news: Nina Dobrev, Nikki Reed and Kayla Ewell were among the first to congratulate the new parents.
Kat's Love Life: Quick Answers
Still curious? The questions below cover the essentials - marriage status, partner, children and dating history“ if not past else ”the relationship, the history and the legacy, all answered with verified facts. For the deeper story - how they met, who came before, and what Kat has said about love - the sections above have it all.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kat Graham dating?
She is married, not dating: Kat Graham married Bryant Wood in October 2023. In March 2026 they welcomed their first child, son Spero.
Who is Kat Graham's husband?
Bryant Wood - a master breathwork instructor, motivational coach and her business partner in the wellness brand Modern Nirvana. They were best friends for five years before dating.
When did Kat Graham get married?
October 2023, in a private Los Angeles ceremony after just four months of dating. She confirmed it to People magazine.
Does Kat Graham have kids?
Yes - one son, Prospero 'Spero' Nyemah Wood, whose arrival she announced in March 2026.
Who did Kat Graham date before?
She was engaged to director Darren Genet (2017-2023) and earlier to actor Cottrell Guidry (2012-2014).
How old is Kat Graham?
Kat Graham was born September 5, 1989, in Geneva, Switzerland, which makes her 37 years old.
What is Kat Graham known for?
Bonnie Bennett on The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017), plus films like 17 Again and Honey 2, a music career, and the Modern Nirvana wellness brand.