Nikki Reed Says Boyfriend Has Changed Her Life

What a difference a year makes. Nikki Reed, Twilight Saga actress who plays vampire Rosalie Hale, says that she feels very differently on the red carpet this time around and she owes it her boyfriend, Paris Latsis. Nikki has been dating Paris (who also happens to be Paris Hilton's ex) since early summer.

When you date someone who loves the outdoors, it's inspiring," "I've learned from my boyfriend. I've taken on his lifestyle."

She is embracing this healthier lifestyle and even quit smoking as a result.

"Instead of gaining weight, I lost weight," she says. "I started going to the gym and taking care of myself. I'm into outdoor sports like hiking, windsurfing, water-skiing. I'm much more active and much happier."

Nikki also shared that she felt a little less overwhelmed this year on the red carpet.

"Last year, I was like, hyperventilating. I don't want to say I've gotten used to it, but my palms aren't sweating as much," she says. "I love walking up to my fans and saying, 'Thank you for coming.' It's more real."

Sounds like she's in a very content place in her life. She has always struck me as someone with a very magnetic personality - and just such a genuine person. I'm hoping we get to see her movie "Last Day of Summer" soon; still no official word on a release date for it.

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