LAFAYETTE, La. — For Ian Somerhalder, returning to Louisiana is about more than fame or Hollywood success; it’s about home.
The Vampire Diaries star, who grew up in Covington, made a stop in Lafayette this week to meet fans and showcase his bourbon brand, Brother’s Bond. For Somerhalder, the visit carried a deeper meaning: reconnecting with the people and culture that shaped him.
“It’s the message of togetherness, and I think we need togetherness now more than ever… and to be here in my home state with my brand, my team, and our people, is a dream,” Somerhalder said…