Ian Somerhalder just proved that he is one devoted boyfriend, and that he's tired of Internet trolls. The 35-year-old actor recently fought back against a slew of angry fans on Instagram who claimed to "hate" his new girlfriend Nikki Reed and the fact that the pair is dating.

And according to Somerhalder, his 26-year-old ladylove is beautiful on the inside and out.

"You HATE NIKKI REED? Really? Do you know her? Hmmmm, I'm not sure that you do. Look on her Instagram feed or twitter and all you will see is a compassionate and beautiful human being. Please put your negative energy elsewhere. You don't even know the person you're talking about," wrote Somerhalder, responding to harsh comments made by some of his so-called fans.

The "Vampire Diaries" actor didn't stop there, however. Defending Reed, who he's been dating for a few months, he added:

"Do you care about me? Ask yourself that question. What's the answer? Is it yes? If it is-then please be happy for me. Stop this nonsense-you're spreading horrible energy into the world. Do some research of the person you say sucks or you HATE. You'll find that she's a magical person doing great things in the world."

"I'm sickened and saddened by the fans' response to all this. Many fans have stood up people like you and tried to empower you with some compassion. If we all thought a little or [learned] a little about people before we spoke about them, the world wouldn't be so upside down and in the worst place in history. If you hate Nikki then you must hate me...That's sad. Have an amazing day!"

Since Somerhalder posted his comment, several fans have come to the couple's defense.

mba81310 wrote, "He has a beautiful gf and a great Life !!!!! Let him live !!!!! Your true fans love you @iansomerhalder !!!! Go #TeamNikki." 

michelle_marion posted, "Nikki reed + Ian= PERFECT COUPLE I am soooooo beyond happy!!!