When it comes to the gothic and horror supernatural genre, vampires have consistently been explored in both shows and movies. Over the years, there have been multiple interpretations ranging from romantic fantasies and action to comedy and supernatural horror. Among many notable entries has been the CW teen drama starring Ian Somerhalder, Paul Wesley, and Nina Dobrev, which has earned acclaim as one of the best vampire TV shows.
The Vampire Diaries | Credit: CW
However, the concept of a teen drama revolving around supernatural forces did not seem appealing to Somerhalder, who played the role of Damon Salvatore in the series, when he first received the script. The actor recalled throwing it away believing the makers were attempting to bring The Twilight Saga to the small screen.
Ian Somerhalder Was Skeptical of The Vampire Diaries
Based on L. J. Smith’s book series of the same name, the show follows...
The Vampire Diaries | Credit: CW
However, the concept of a teen drama revolving around supernatural forces did not seem appealing to Somerhalder, who played the role of Damon Salvatore in the series, when he first received the script. The actor recalled throwing it away believing the makers were attempting to bring The Twilight Saga to the small screen.
Ian Somerhalder Was Skeptical of The Vampire Diaries
Based on L. J. Smith’s book series of the same name, the show follows...
- 5/5/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
If you were a fan of The Vampire Diaries back when it was a weekly show, you need to get at least a few hours of mandatory free therapy, because this show was a lot to take in. Based on the novel series by L.J. Smith, the show took both the supernatural horror and relationship drama aspects to a whole new level.
Though many viewers who aren't afraid to revisit the show now look at main protagonist Elena Gilbert through the prism of life experience and can forgive her a good portion of all her missteps, some crimes are harder to forget. The Elena-centrism of the traumatic episode with Alaric and Jo's wedding is one of them.
The Vampire Diaries Jo’s Death
There were a lot of moments that made fans gasp, but the bloody murder of Jo right at the altar as she was about to make her...
Though many viewers who aren't afraid to revisit the show now look at main protagonist Elena Gilbert through the prism of life experience and can forgive her a good portion of all her missteps, some crimes are harder to forget. The Elena-centrism of the traumatic episode with Alaric and Jo's wedding is one of them.
The Vampire Diaries Jo’s Death
There were a lot of moments that made fans gasp, but the bloody murder of Jo right at the altar as she was about to make her...
- 5/2/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Actress Naqiyah Haji, who plays the character of Nikki in the upcoming wedding fantasy thriller ‘Shaitani Rasmein’, revealed that her character draws inspiration from Nina Dobrev’s portrayal in the American series ‘Vampire Diaries’.
Naqiyah shared insights into her preparation for the role.
Talking about the same, the actress expressed: “Our show’s concept is very unusual, and it’s the first time that the Indian audience will experience something of this nature. With fictional characters, supernatural powers, and a unique storyline, it bears a resemblance to the American show ‘Vampire Diaries’.”
“My character, Nikki, mirrors Nina Dobrev’s character, where the line between good and bad becomes blurred. Similarly, Nikki enters a new world where the boundaries between good and bad are not so clear for her. Nina’s character was adored by many, and I hope the viewers will shower the same love on Nikki and the show,...
Naqiyah shared insights into her preparation for the role.
Talking about the same, the actress expressed: “Our show’s concept is very unusual, and it’s the first time that the Indian audience will experience something of this nature. With fictional characters, supernatural powers, and a unique storyline, it bears a resemblance to the American show ‘Vampire Diaries’.”
“My character, Nikki, mirrors Nina Dobrev’s character, where the line between good and bad becomes blurred. Similarly, Nikki enters a new world where the boundaries between good and bad are not so clear for her. Nina’s character was adored by many, and I hope the viewers will shower the same love on Nikki and the show,...
- 1/4/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
There once was a time when it seemed like vampires were everywhere.
From best-selling novels to blockbuster hits, you couldn't escape the vampire mythology during the 2000s. And while not all of it was award-winning fare, there was still a lot to like about the genre of horror entries that embraced the creatures of the night.
On the small screen, various shows have tackled vampirism over the years, and now, with so many avenues to view older shows, there are a plethora of series you can get into well past their expiration date.
We compiled a list of some of the best vampire shows available to binge during this spooky season and where you can find them. So, dig in, and let us know in the comments which bloody-tastic series you want to sink your teeth into next!
The Vampire Diaries
If you're in the mood for vampires, werewolves, witches,...
From best-selling novels to blockbuster hits, you couldn't escape the vampire mythology during the 2000s. And while not all of it was award-winning fare, there was still a lot to like about the genre of horror entries that embraced the creatures of the night.
On the small screen, various shows have tackled vampirism over the years, and now, with so many avenues to view older shows, there are a plethora of series you can get into well past their expiration date.
We compiled a list of some of the best vampire shows available to binge during this spooky season and where you can find them. So, dig in, and let us know in the comments which bloody-tastic series you want to sink your teeth into next!
The Vampire Diaries
If you're in the mood for vampires, werewolves, witches,...
- 10/20/2023
- by Whitney Evans
- TVfanatic
Back when 22-episode seasons were the norm, and vampires, witches, and everything in between were all the rage, an itty-bitty show about romance, fangs, and teenage drama premiered on The CW.
Based on the best-selling book series, The Vampire Diaries came along when Twilight and True Blood were at the height of their popularity. While it easily could have been written off as a thankless entry into the conversation, it exceeded expectations, becoming perhaps the most well-remembered vampire tale of the bunch.
It's been 14 years since the series debuted on The Vampire Diaries, and we thought it might be fun to look back on the pilot and see how it stands up today and how well it sets up the rest of the series (hint: not well).
Elena Is The Star, But Stefan Starts The Show
While Elena is very clearly the star of The Vampire Diaries Season 1 Episode 1 and the series at large,...
Based on the best-selling book series, The Vampire Diaries came along when Twilight and True Blood were at the height of their popularity. While it easily could have been written off as a thankless entry into the conversation, it exceeded expectations, becoming perhaps the most well-remembered vampire tale of the bunch.
It's been 14 years since the series debuted on The Vampire Diaries, and we thought it might be fun to look back on the pilot and see how it stands up today and how well it sets up the rest of the series (hint: not well).
Elena Is The Star, But Stefan Starts The Show
While Elena is very clearly the star of The Vampire Diaries Season 1 Episode 1 and the series at large,...
- 9/22/2023
- by Whitney Evans
- TVfanatic
The Vampire Diaries was the crown jewel of The CW's line-up for several seasons.
The series wrapped its run in 2017 after eight romance and drama-filled seasons.
Paul Wesley recently spoke out against returning to that universe, and it has started a conversation about whether a reboot should come to pass.
In a new interview with Andy Cohen on Radio Andy, Nina Dobrev thinks people shouldn't even be talking about a reboot because "the show didn't even end that long ago."
"I'm very close with Paul [Wesley] and Kayla [Ewell] and Candice [Accola], and Kat [Graham], and the list goes on because it was such a big part of our lives for so many years.
"So it's hard not to stay in touch with everybody and see them when we can."
Wesley confirmed he was done with all things vampire-related, so Andy asked whether Nina was feeling the same.
"I think it always depends...
The series wrapped its run in 2017 after eight romance and drama-filled seasons.
Paul Wesley recently spoke out against returning to that universe, and it has started a conversation about whether a reboot should come to pass.
In a new interview with Andy Cohen on Radio Andy, Nina Dobrev thinks people shouldn't even be talking about a reboot because "the show didn't even end that long ago."
"I'm very close with Paul [Wesley] and Kayla [Ewell] and Candice [Accola], and Kat [Graham], and the list goes on because it was such a big part of our lives for so many years.
"So it's hard not to stay in touch with everybody and see them when we can."
Wesley confirmed he was done with all things vampire-related, so Andy asked whether Nina was feeling the same.
"I think it always depends...
- 7/17/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The Vampire Diaries “The Departed” episode is that one episode that strikes a chord with fans every time. The iconic episode has all the ingredients of a perfect finale with cliffhangers for the ages. Riddled with shocking deaths and nerve-wracking twists, The Vampire Diaries season 3 finale is one of the main reasons the supernatural horror teen romance is lauded and the season currently holds a 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. Starring Paul Wesley (Stefan Salvatore), Ian Somerhalder (Damon Salvatore), and Nina Dobrev (Elena Gilbert) in the lead roles, The Vampire Diaries garnered a cult following upon its premiere on Sep...
- 5/11/2023
- by Banks Onuoha
- TVovermind.com
The Vampire Diaries‘ Stefan and Damon Salvatore could relish in glasses of whiskey but Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley can’t say the same about tea.
The duo is opening up about the “most insane anxiety issues” they faced while filming season one of the Julie Plec- and Kevin Williamson-created series due to all the caffeine that they were drinking. During a party Tuesday for the pair’s whiskey brand Brother’s Bond Bourbon and the Tennis Channel, they told Page Six that they drank a lot of iced tea in scenes where it was supposed to appear they were drinking whiskey.
The Star Trek: Strange New Worlds actor, who played Stefan on The CW’s hit show that ran for eight seasons, recalled drinking an ample amount of tea “take after take” on set.
“You’re drinking 20 to 30 cups of tea, so by the end of the day you’re,...
The duo is opening up about the “most insane anxiety issues” they faced while filming season one of the Julie Plec- and Kevin Williamson-created series due to all the caffeine that they were drinking. During a party Tuesday for the pair’s whiskey brand Brother’s Bond Bourbon and the Tennis Channel, they told Page Six that they drank a lot of iced tea in scenes where it was supposed to appear they were drinking whiskey.
The Star Trek: Strange New Worlds actor, who played Stefan on The CW’s hit show that ran for eight seasons, recalled drinking an ample amount of tea “take after take” on set.
“You’re drinking 20 to 30 cups of tea, so by the end of the day you’re,...
- 3/24/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Candice King’s most notable role is as Caroline Forbes on the CW’s hit series The Vampire Diaries. And to commemorate her time on the show, the actor kept one iconic piece of jewelry Caroline famously wore.
Candice King played Caroline Forbes for 13 years
#ThrowbackThursday to a night of killer karaoke with Caroline. Catch an encore episode of #Tvd tonight at 9/8c! pic.twitter.com/0S2zmJclKQ
— The Vampire Diaries (@cwtvd) May 28, 2015
The Vampire Diaries premiered in 2009 and ran for eight seasons on The CW. The supernatural drama follows the life of Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev), a teenage girl who falls in love with a vampire named Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley) and his brother Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder).
Throughout the show’s eight-season run, King portrays Caroline Forbes, a high school student who initially appears shallow and self-involved. However, her character evolves throughout the series as she becomes a...
Candice King played Caroline Forbes for 13 years
#ThrowbackThursday to a night of killer karaoke with Caroline. Catch an encore episode of #Tvd tonight at 9/8c! pic.twitter.com/0S2zmJclKQ
— The Vampire Diaries (@cwtvd) May 28, 2015
The Vampire Diaries premiered in 2009 and ran for eight seasons on The CW. The supernatural drama follows the life of Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev), a teenage girl who falls in love with a vampire named Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley) and his brother Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder).
Throughout the show’s eight-season run, King portrays Caroline Forbes, a high school student who initially appears shallow and self-involved. However, her character evolves throughout the series as she becomes a...
- 3/13/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
One of the most beloved characters from The Vampire Diaries is Caroline’s mom, Liz Forbes. She was initially introduced as the Sheriff of the vampire-ridden town of Mystic Falls and stayed on the force until her death in season 6. But considering she failed to be a good cop, it’s safe to think that Liz Forbes should have lost her badge in season 1.
In ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Liz Forbes tried her best to keep Mystic Falls safe
Liz Forbes (Marguerite MacIntyre) is introduced in the first season of The Vampire Diaries. She’s the Sheriff of Mystic Falls and the mother of Elena Gilbert’s (Nina Dobrev) best friend, Caroline Forbes (Candace Accola). She grew up in Mystic Falls. And as a member of the Town Council, she’s aware of the growing vampire threat.
Marguerite MacIntyre, Showrunner of ‘Vampire Academy’ at the Hilton Bayfront in San Diego, CA...
In ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Liz Forbes tried her best to keep Mystic Falls safe
Liz Forbes (Marguerite MacIntyre) is introduced in the first season of The Vampire Diaries. She’s the Sheriff of Mystic Falls and the mother of Elena Gilbert’s (Nina Dobrev) best friend, Caroline Forbes (Candace Accola). She grew up in Mystic Falls. And as a member of the Town Council, she’s aware of the growing vampire threat.
Marguerite MacIntyre, Showrunner of ‘Vampire Academy’ at the Hilton Bayfront in San Diego, CA...
- 3/3/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Alaric Saltzman — one of the main characters in The Vampire Diaries — was a vampire hunter that became a history teacher in Mystic Falls. He eventually served as headmaster of the Salvatore School, as seen in Legacies. But by the time he entered Elena Gilbert’s orbit, Alaric had already racked up a criminal record. So how did he get a teaching job at a public school with such a violent history?
In ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Season 1 Alaric Saltzman comes to Mystic Falls to kill Damon
The Vampire Diaries‘ first season sets up the love triangle between Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and vampire brothers Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). And it also introduces Alaric Saltzman (Matthew Davis) as a key player in their supernatural story.
Actor Matthew Davis attends CW’s “The Vampire Diaries” panel during Comic-Con International 2014 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 26, 2014 in San Diego,...
In ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Season 1 Alaric Saltzman comes to Mystic Falls to kill Damon
The Vampire Diaries‘ first season sets up the love triangle between Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and vampire brothers Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). And it also introduces Alaric Saltzman (Matthew Davis) as a key player in their supernatural story.
Actor Matthew Davis attends CW’s “The Vampire Diaries” panel during Comic-Con International 2014 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 26, 2014 in San Diego,...
- 3/2/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Matthew Davis played a pivotal role in The Vampire Diaries. His character, Alaric Saltzman, appeared in all Tvd projects, including the spinoffs The Originals and Legacies. Like most of his castmates, the actor joined the 2009 supernatural teen drama at a relatively young age. So, how old was Matthew Davis while on The Vampire Diaries?
Matthew Davis was 31 when ‘The Vampire Diaries’ debuted Matthew Davis at The CW’s ‘The Vampire Diaries’ panel during Comic-Con International 2014 in San Diego | Ethan Miller/Getty Images
Davis joined The Vampire Diaries in its first season, playing a vampire hunter and history teacher. Alaric Saltzman was many of the side characters who drove the plotline. The actor was on the show for three seasons until the end of season 3 when Alaric died.
Davis returned as a guest star for two seasons and then reprised his role in season 6 after his resurrection. Magic takes away his vampirism,...
Matthew Davis was 31 when ‘The Vampire Diaries’ debuted Matthew Davis at The CW’s ‘The Vampire Diaries’ panel during Comic-Con International 2014 in San Diego | Ethan Miller/Getty Images
Davis joined The Vampire Diaries in its first season, playing a vampire hunter and history teacher. Alaric Saltzman was many of the side characters who drove the plotline. The actor was on the show for three seasons until the end of season 3 when Alaric died.
Davis returned as a guest star for two seasons and then reprised his role in season 6 after his resurrection. Magic takes away his vampirism,...
- 2/21/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Hollywood typically casts 20-something actors as teens, primarily due to labor laws. The Vampire Diaries was no different, with most of the cast members in their early to mid-20s when the teen drama began. By the time Tvd ended after eight seasons, its actors had aged. Ian Somerhalder was one of the oldest on the show, so how old was he while on The Vampire Diaries?
Ian Somerhalder’s age when he appeared in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Ian Somerhalder of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ in 2015 | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Somerhalder swooped in as the brooding and impulsive Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries in June 2009. The star was 30 when he began playing a character over a century old. But Damon had become a vampire at 25, hence his youthful appearance. That’s five years younger than Somerhalder when he debuted as the character.
The actor appeared in all eight seasons...
Ian Somerhalder’s age when he appeared in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Ian Somerhalder of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ in 2015 | Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
Somerhalder swooped in as the brooding and impulsive Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries in June 2009. The star was 30 when he began playing a character over a century old. But Damon had become a vampire at 25, hence his youthful appearance. That’s five years younger than Somerhalder when he debuted as the character.
The actor appeared in all eight seasons...
- 2/20/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
From 2009 to 2017 on The CW, The Vampire Diaries was a fan favorite. The supernatural teen drama’s main characters — Elena Gilbert (played by Nina Dobrev), Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley), and Damon Salvatore (and Ian Somerhalder) — kept viewers thrilled till the very end of the eight-season hit. But the heroes (and villains-turned-heroes) would be nothing without baddies to battle in Mystic Falls. Years after the series finale, Tvd diehards still have strong opinions about which fiend is best. Below are the top five Vampire Diaries villains according to fan votes on Ranker and MsMojo.
1. Klaus Mikaelson (played by Joseph Morgan) Daniel Gillies and Joseph Morgan (right) of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ | Smallz+Raskind/Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. via Getty Images
Klaus was so menacing yet charismatic that he and his siblings sparked a spinoff series, The Originals. He was both a vampire and a werewolf for an extra dose of evil.
And...
1. Klaus Mikaelson (played by Joseph Morgan) Daniel Gillies and Joseph Morgan (right) of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ | Smallz+Raskind/Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. via Getty Images
Klaus was so menacing yet charismatic that he and his siblings sparked a spinoff series, The Originals. He was both a vampire and a werewolf for an extra dose of evil.
And...
- 2/19/2023
- by Kira Martin
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Based on a novel series by L. J. Smith, The Vampire Diaries is a CW fantasy series about a pair of centuries-old vampires that enter the lives of a group of teenagers in the fictional town of Mystic Falls. Tvd aired eight seasons from 2009 to 2017, introducing audiences to several wonderful characters.
One of those characters was our beloved witch Bonnie Bennett, played by Geneva-born and LA-raised actor Kat Graham. According to Graham, playing Bonnie helped her grow up.
Kat Graham | Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images On ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Kat Graham played Bonnie Bennett, the real hero of Mystic Falls
The Vampire Diaries covers the narrative of a love triangle between vampire brothers Stefan and Damon Salvatore and high schooler Elena Gilbert, as well as the happenings in the small town of Mystic Falls. On Tvd, Graham plays Bonnie Bennet, one of Elena’s closest pals and a psychic-turned-powerful witch.
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One of those characters was our beloved witch Bonnie Bennett, played by Geneva-born and LA-raised actor Kat Graham. According to Graham, playing Bonnie helped her grow up.
Kat Graham | Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images On ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Kat Graham played Bonnie Bennett, the real hero of Mystic Falls
The Vampire Diaries covers the narrative of a love triangle between vampire brothers Stefan and Damon Salvatore and high schooler Elena Gilbert, as well as the happenings in the small town of Mystic Falls. On Tvd, Graham plays Bonnie Bennet, one of Elena’s closest pals and a psychic-turned-powerful witch.
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- 2/18/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Stefan Salvatore’s romantic interests in The Vampire Diaries were the most interesting of any character. The moody Salvatore had tremendous chemistry with practically all the women who fell in love with him during the course of the series. And while there were a few potential partners for Stefan to end up with, many viewers couldn’t agree on the best choice.
Paul Wesley | Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images Who did Stefan Salvatore end up with in ‘Tvd’?
Various characters may have stolen Stefan Salvatore’s heart in The Vampire Diaries, but he finally found true love with Caroline Forbes in the later seasons of the show. While Tvd’s central focus was initially on Stefan’s connection with Elena Gilbert, the story shifted away from the love triangle premise after Elena fell in love with Damon. In the eighth-season episode “Today Will Be Different,” Stefan proposes to Caroline, and they eventually tie the knot.
Paul Wesley | Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images Who did Stefan Salvatore end up with in ‘Tvd’?
Various characters may have stolen Stefan Salvatore’s heart in The Vampire Diaries, but he finally found true love with Caroline Forbes in the later seasons of the show. While Tvd’s central focus was initially on Stefan’s connection with Elena Gilbert, the story shifted away from the love triangle premise after Elena fell in love with Damon. In the eighth-season episode “Today Will Be Different,” Stefan proposes to Caroline, and they eventually tie the knot.
- 2/13/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Vampire Diaries aired its final season in 2017, but its legacy has continued through equally popular shows like The Originals and Legacies. Legacies ran for four seasons before its cancelation in 2022 and paid homage to shows in the Tvd universe before it in many ways.
One of the tribute episodes was a Tvd musical, and Kaylee Bryant played Elena Gilbert. Like her musical character’s Tvd actor, Bryant pulled a Nina Dobrev and left the show early. So, why did Bryant leave Legacies?
Kaylee Bryant’s role in ‘Legacies’
What happened to Josie? A new episode of #Legacies starts Now on The CW! pic.twitter.com/iJVXowB5eK
— Legacies (@cwlegacies) December 3, 2021
Kaylee Bryant plays one half of Alaric’s Gemini twins, Josie, who studies at his and Caroline’s Salvatore School. She and her twin Lizzie are siphon witches, each sharing many similarities with their parents. Lizzie, like the human Caroline,...
One of the tribute episodes was a Tvd musical, and Kaylee Bryant played Elena Gilbert. Like her musical character’s Tvd actor, Bryant pulled a Nina Dobrev and left the show early. So, why did Bryant leave Legacies?
Kaylee Bryant’s role in ‘Legacies’
What happened to Josie? A new episode of #Legacies starts Now on The CW! pic.twitter.com/iJVXowB5eK
— Legacies (@cwlegacies) December 3, 2021
Kaylee Bryant plays one half of Alaric’s Gemini twins, Josie, who studies at his and Caroline’s Salvatore School. She and her twin Lizzie are siphon witches, each sharing many similarities with their parents. Lizzie, like the human Caroline,...
- 2/11/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Vampire Diaries brought teen vampires to TV at just the right moment. Hot on the heels of Twilight’s big-screen dominance, the series became a reliable hit for The CW and helped launch numerous stars to promising careers. And the show’s many romantic entanglements left fans divided over how The Vampire Diaries ended. As it turns out, a season 8 deleted scene would have fleshed out the finale further.
How ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Season 8 finale ended in 2017 Ian Somerhalder, Nina Dobrev, and Paul Wesley of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ | Bobby Bank/WireImage
Over the course of The Vampire Diaries, the show featured numerous popular couples. But the biggest question was who would end up with Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) by the time the finale rolled around. Throughout the show’s eight-season run, she paired up with several characters. But in the end, Elena got her happy ending with Damon Salvatore...
How ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Season 8 finale ended in 2017 Ian Somerhalder, Nina Dobrev, and Paul Wesley of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ | Bobby Bank/WireImage
Over the course of The Vampire Diaries, the show featured numerous popular couples. But the biggest question was who would end up with Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) by the time the finale rolled around. Throughout the show’s eight-season run, she paired up with several characters. But in the end, Elena got her happy ending with Damon Salvatore...
- 2/6/2023
- by Robert Yaniz Jr.
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
For eight seasons, The Vampire Diaries fans watched the blood-sucking brothers Damon Salvatore and Stefan Salvatore fall and rise. Both redeemed themselves by the end of the series. And though viewers picked their favorites, The Vampire Diaries co-creator Kevin Williamson revealed which Salvatore brother he believes became the better man.
‘The Vampire Diaries’ presented Damon as the bad boy and Stefan as the compassionate, responsible brother Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder played Stefan and Damon Salvatore in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ | Larry Marano/WireImage
The Vampire Diaries has captivated audiences for years, primarily due to its love triangle involving Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and vampire siblings Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). Damon is the older brother and initially presents himself as the bad boy. He’s the more impulsive of the two and often makes decisions without considering their deadly consequences.
Throughout the series, while Damon is often the troublemaker,...
‘The Vampire Diaries’ presented Damon as the bad boy and Stefan as the compassionate, responsible brother Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder played Stefan and Damon Salvatore in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ | Larry Marano/WireImage
The Vampire Diaries has captivated audiences for years, primarily due to its love triangle involving Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and vampire siblings Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). Damon is the older brother and initially presents himself as the bad boy. He’s the more impulsive of the two and often makes decisions without considering their deadly consequences.
Throughout the series, while Damon is often the troublemaker,...
- 2/1/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
While The Vampire Diaries featured plenty of supernatural drama, it remained a story of love, loss, and redemption at its core. The series finale was a fitting tribute to the characters who had become so beloved by fans throughout its eight-season run.
One of the most iconic relationships of the series was between Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder). The final episode gave viewers a bittersweet glimpse into their future.
In the end, Damon and Elena eventually grow old together. When they die, they both still looked incredibly young. According to co-creator Kevin Williamson, there’s a simple reason why the couple didn’t age.
Elena and Damon in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ finale The Vampire Diaries stars Paul Wesley, Nina Dobrev, and Ian Somerhalder in 2009 | Jim Spellman/FilmMagic
In the series finale of The Vampire Diaries, viewers were treated to an emotional and bittersweet ending for Damon and Elena.
One of the most iconic relationships of the series was between Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder). The final episode gave viewers a bittersweet glimpse into their future.
In the end, Damon and Elena eventually grow old together. When they die, they both still looked incredibly young. According to co-creator Kevin Williamson, there’s a simple reason why the couple didn’t age.
Elena and Damon in ‘The Vampire Diaries’ finale The Vampire Diaries stars Paul Wesley, Nina Dobrev, and Ian Somerhalder in 2009 | Jim Spellman/FilmMagic
In the series finale of The Vampire Diaries, viewers were treated to an emotional and bittersweet ending for Damon and Elena.
- 1/31/2023
- by Mishal Ali Zafar
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Vampire Diaries was one of the biggest teen dramas of the 2010s, spanning eight seasons and spawning two spinoffs. Fans have their favorite storylines, characters, and memorable moments. But The Vampire Diaries co-creator Kevin Williamson revealed his favorite line in the entire series.
‘The Vampire Diaries’ captured fans’ imaginations
Based on a book series of the same name, The Vampire Diaries follows Elena Gilbert (played by Nina Dobrev), a teen living in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Virginia. She recently lost her parents in a tragic car crash. But soon, she meets and falls for Stefan Salvatore, who, unbeknownst to her, is a vampire.
Things get complicated when Stefan’s brother Damon swoops back into town with a plan to resurrect his lost love, who looks identical to Elena. Damon also falls in love with her, creating a love triangle that complicates their already-dangerous lives.
The popular show ended in 2017 with — spoiler alert!
‘The Vampire Diaries’ captured fans’ imaginations
Based on a book series of the same name, The Vampire Diaries follows Elena Gilbert (played by Nina Dobrev), a teen living in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Virginia. She recently lost her parents in a tragic car crash. But soon, she meets and falls for Stefan Salvatore, who, unbeknownst to her, is a vampire.
Things get complicated when Stefan’s brother Damon swoops back into town with a plan to resurrect his lost love, who looks identical to Elena. Damon also falls in love with her, creating a love triangle that complicates their already-dangerous lives.
The popular show ended in 2017 with — spoiler alert!
- 1/31/2023
- by India McCarty
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The Vampire Diaries fans have been left delighted after the stars of the show and spin-off series reunited at a fan convention.
The cast from the hit series came together for a fan convention called I Was Feeling Epic in Mystic Falls. The event was held over the weekend in Covington, Georgia, where parts of the The Vampire Diaries was filmed.
In a TikTok video posted by producer Julie Plec, actors from the fantasy franchise, including Paul Wesley, Candice King and Phoebe Tonkin are seen laughing and chatting over dinner.
“Had a bit of a family reunion last night,” Plec captioned the video, which she posted on Sunday (23 October).
Other stars that attended the convention included Ian Somerholder, Daniel Gillies and Danielle Campbell, who played Damon Salvatore, Elijah Mikaelson and Davina Claire in the series and its spin-off.
Some notable faces who were missing included Nina Dobrev, who played leading...
The cast from the hit series came together for a fan convention called I Was Feeling Epic in Mystic Falls. The event was held over the weekend in Covington, Georgia, where parts of the The Vampire Diaries was filmed.
In a TikTok video posted by producer Julie Plec, actors from the fantasy franchise, including Paul Wesley, Candice King and Phoebe Tonkin are seen laughing and chatting over dinner.
“Had a bit of a family reunion last night,” Plec captioned the video, which she posted on Sunday (23 October).
Other stars that attended the convention included Ian Somerholder, Daniel Gillies and Danielle Campbell, who played Damon Salvatore, Elijah Mikaelson and Davina Claire in the series and its spin-off.
Some notable faces who were missing included Nina Dobrev, who played leading...
- 10/24/2022
- by Furvah Shah
- The Independent - TV
Nina Dobrev looks amazing with bold pink eyeshadow. Pic credit: ©ImageCollect.com/Birdie Thompson/AdMedia
Nina Dobrev stunned in hot pink minidress and leggings.
It seems like a lot of celebrities are channeling Barbie these days. From Madalaine Petsch to Sabrina Carpenter, and now Nina Dobrev gave us a hot pink moment as well.
The Vampire Diaries actress co-hosted the Valentino Pink Pp and Saks Fifth Avenue luncheon which took place on the Terrace at L’Avenue at Saks in New York City. This was a lunch dedicated to celebrating the launch of Valentino’s Fall/Winter 2022-23 collection.
Dobrev wore a pink minidress that was embellished with flowers, with a matching cropped coat, and some leggings underneath.
Continuing this never-ending pink moment, the actress put on some opera gloves and carried around a Valentino Garavani’s Mini One Stud handbag.
She parted her hair down the middle and tied it in a slick ponytail,...
Nina Dobrev stunned in hot pink minidress and leggings.
It seems like a lot of celebrities are channeling Barbie these days. From Madalaine Petsch to Sabrina Carpenter, and now Nina Dobrev gave us a hot pink moment as well.
The Vampire Diaries actress co-hosted the Valentino Pink Pp and Saks Fifth Avenue luncheon which took place on the Terrace at L’Avenue at Saks in New York City. This was a lunch dedicated to celebrating the launch of Valentino’s Fall/Winter 2022-23 collection.
Dobrev wore a pink minidress that was embellished with flowers, with a matching cropped coat, and some leggings underneath.
Continuing this never-ending pink moment, the actress put on some opera gloves and carried around a Valentino Garavani’s Mini One Stud handbag.
She parted her hair down the middle and tied it in a slick ponytail,...
- 9/16/2022
- by Barbara Gutierrez
- Monsters and Critics
Nina Dobrev stuns in shimmery eyeshadow. Pic credit: ©ImageCollect.com/Carrie-Nelson
Nina Dobrev looked classy in a mini dress for a fashion show.
The Canadian actress, most well-known for playing Elena Gilbert in the famous show Vampire Diaries, attended the Michael Kors Collection show at New York Fashion Week. She put on a simple white dress and a stunning white coat to protect herself from the elements, but still looked amazing without trying.
Dobrev decided to add a little extra touch with black leather, thigh-high boots.
She accessorized with a little black clutch, some tiny diamond hoops, and a couple of silver rings.
The actress let her dark brown hair down, straightened it, and parted it down the middle.
Her makeup was mainly natural, except for a very bold red lip.
Nina Dobrev stuns for Michael Kors fashion show
Like many other celebrities, the 33-year-old attended this incredible show, including Olivia Holt,...
Nina Dobrev looked classy in a mini dress for a fashion show.
The Canadian actress, most well-known for playing Elena Gilbert in the famous show Vampire Diaries, attended the Michael Kors Collection show at New York Fashion Week. She put on a simple white dress and a stunning white coat to protect herself from the elements, but still looked amazing without trying.
Dobrev decided to add a little extra touch with black leather, thigh-high boots.
She accessorized with a little black clutch, some tiny diamond hoops, and a couple of silver rings.
The actress let her dark brown hair down, straightened it, and parted it down the middle.
Her makeup was mainly natural, except for a very bold red lip.
Nina Dobrev stuns for Michael Kors fashion show
Like many other celebrities, the 33-year-old attended this incredible show, including Olivia Holt,...
- 9/15/2022
- by Barbara Gutierrez
- Monsters and Critics
Relationship drama—what a pain in the neck! We're sure that's how a young Nina Dobrev felt when she landed her breakout role of Elena Gilbert on The CW's The Vampire Diaries. Why? Well, as the actress revealed on Jessica Szohr's podcast, titled Xoxo, being cast on the show ultimately led to a break up. While discussing the supernatural teen drama's audition process, Dobrev revealed that she was dating an actor who was being considered for the role of Damon Salvatore, one of Elena's onscreen love interests. "They were gonna choose him, but they ended up not choosing him," she recalled, without revealing the actor's name. "But I got cast. And...
- 6/29/2022
- E! Online
“Dancing with the Stars” will miss Halloween by just one day (wait ’til next year though), so it has to spook it up six days early on Monday’s Horror Night.
The remaining 10 couples will perform routines inspired by scary movies… and also “The Vampire Diaries”? One of these is not like the others. But, yes, Suni Lee and Sasha Farber will do a tango for the Salvatore bros and Elena Gilbert, we guess. JoJo Siwa and Jenna Johnson have “It,” so expect them to clown around. Meanwhile, Melora Hardin and Artem Chigvintsev‘s “Cujo”-inspired jive will be to “Elvis Presley‘s “Hound Dog.” Incredible pairing. If no one’s dressed up as a dog, we riot.
See the full list of dances below.
Jimmie Allen and Emma Slater: contemporary (“Say Something” by Daniel Jang; inspired by “A Quiet Place”)
Melora Hardin and Artem Chigvintsev: jive (“Hound Dog...
The remaining 10 couples will perform routines inspired by scary movies… and also “The Vampire Diaries”? One of these is not like the others. But, yes, Suni Lee and Sasha Farber will do a tango for the Salvatore bros and Elena Gilbert, we guess. JoJo Siwa and Jenna Johnson have “It,” so expect them to clown around. Meanwhile, Melora Hardin and Artem Chigvintsev‘s “Cujo”-inspired jive will be to “Elvis Presley‘s “Hound Dog.” Incredible pairing. If no one’s dressed up as a dog, we riot.
See the full list of dances below.
Jimmie Allen and Emma Slater: contemporary (“Say Something” by Daniel Jang; inspired by “A Quiet Place”)
Melora Hardin and Artem Chigvintsev: jive (“Hound Dog...
- 10/24/2021
- by Joyce Eng
- Gold Derby
What will become of Josie Saltzman?
Legacies Season 3 Episode 3 found the character struggling with how much she had changed since her turn as Dark Josie.
But she tried to put all of it aside to play Elena Gilbert in the school musical.
Ultimately, she was left to ponder her future at the school, but she got one last meeting with Jade.
Jade returned to the school after spending years in a prison world.
Josie and Jade shared a romantic kiss after Jade said she was leaving the school because she didn't feel like she belonged there.
In a new interview with TV Line, Kaylee Bryant opened up about the romantic moment and how Josie could make some changes in her life going forward.
"Josie is not exactly the quickest with things. She needs to learn a lesson before she takes a big leap, and Jade was a huge lesson to her,...
Legacies Season 3 Episode 3 found the character struggling with how much she had changed since her turn as Dark Josie.
But she tried to put all of it aside to play Elena Gilbert in the school musical.
Ultimately, she was left to ponder her future at the school, but she got one last meeting with Jade.
Jade returned to the school after spending years in a prison world.
Josie and Jade shared a romantic kiss after Jade said she was leaving the school because she didn't feel like she belonged there.
In a new interview with TV Line, Kaylee Bryant opened up about the romantic moment and how Josie could make some changes in her life going forward.
"Josie is not exactly the quickest with things. She needs to learn a lesson before she takes a big leap, and Jade was a huge lesson to her,...
- 2/8/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The Salvatore brothers return to Mystical Falls on Legacies Season 3 Episode 3.
As previously reported, the episode will be a musical that will pay homage to the shows that came before it:
The Vampire Diaries and The Originals.
The CW has now dropped a sneak peek of "Hello, Brother," one of the musical numbers that will be a part of the episode.
Josie is taking on the role of Elena Gilbert, while Kaleb and Jed will play Damon and Stefan Salvatore, the vampire brothers who stole her heart on the beloved series.
"Legacies is the literal legacy of the shows that came before it," executive producers Julie Plec and Brett Matthews said in a joint statement.
"Having worked in The Vampire Diaries universe for the last decade, Julie and I were thrilled to revisit our roots along with writer Thomas Brandon."
"Each show in this series has been a labor of love,...
As previously reported, the episode will be a musical that will pay homage to the shows that came before it:
The Vampire Diaries and The Originals.
The CW has now dropped a sneak peek of "Hello, Brother," one of the musical numbers that will be a part of the episode.
Josie is taking on the role of Elena Gilbert, while Kaleb and Jed will play Damon and Stefan Salvatore, the vampire brothers who stole her heart on the beloved series.
"Legacies is the literal legacy of the shows that came before it," executive producers Julie Plec and Brett Matthews said in a joint statement.
"Having worked in The Vampire Diaries universe for the last decade, Julie and I were thrilled to revisit our roots along with writer Thomas Brandon."
"Each show in this series has been a labor of love,...
- 2/4/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
At long last, Thursday’s episode of Legacies (The CW, 9/8c) raises the curtain on Salvatore: The Musical. But what’s supposed to serve as a straight retelling of the supernatural school’s inception quickly becomes a musical recap of The Vampire Diaries‘ many sordid romances. And we have no complaints.
Following a brief-but-memorable audition process, Josie (Kaylee Bryant) and Kaleb (Chris Lee) land the roles of Elena Gilbert and Damon Salvatore, made famous 11 years ago by Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder. And just as Damon and Elena’s legacies (tee-hee!) are inherently woven into the fabric of this spinoff,...
Following a brief-but-memorable audition process, Josie (Kaylee Bryant) and Kaleb (Chris Lee) land the roles of Elena Gilbert and Damon Salvatore, made famous 11 years ago by Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder. And just as Damon and Elena’s legacies (tee-hee!) are inherently woven into the fabric of this spinoff,...
- 2/4/2021
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
More than a decade after Ian Somerhalder landed the role of Damon Salvatore, a new crop of hopefuls are vying to take over the part — albeit for their school’s Vampire Diaries-inspired musical.
Thursday’s episode of Legacies (The CW, 9/8c) lifts the curtain on Salvatore: The Musical, a song-and-dance retelling of the founding of the Salvatore School. As the fledgling production’s writer and director, Landon holds auditions to fill iconic roles like Elena Gilbert, Stefan Salvatore and Caroline Forbes.
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Thursday’s episode of Legacies (The CW, 9/8c) lifts the curtain on Salvatore: The Musical, a song-and-dance retelling of the founding of the Salvatore School. As the fledgling production’s writer and director, Landon holds auditions to fill iconic roles like Elena Gilbert, Stefan Salvatore and Caroline Forbes.
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- 2/1/2021
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Legacies will be singing a different tune later this season.
As previously reported, the supernatural drama is set to pay homage to The Vampire Diaries during the third episode of the season.
Now, we know how the series will do it.
Legacies Season 3 Episode 3, titled "Salvatore: The Musical," will find the school throwing a musical to pay tribute to some of the biggest names in Mystic Falls history.
"The students prepare to put on a musical about the founding of the Salvatore School at the behest of their mysterious new guidance counselor," reads the official logline.
"Meanwhile, as Landon (Aria Shahghasemi) throws himself into writing the musical and Lizzie (Jenny Boyd), Josie (Kaylee Bryant), Kaleb (Chris Lee) and Jed (Ben Levin) dive into their roles, Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) distances herself from the musical."
Now, Entertainment Weekly has revealed who will be playing who on the special episode.
The project,...
As previously reported, the supernatural drama is set to pay homage to The Vampire Diaries during the third episode of the season.
Now, we know how the series will do it.
Legacies Season 3 Episode 3, titled "Salvatore: The Musical," will find the school throwing a musical to pay tribute to some of the biggest names in Mystic Falls history.
"The students prepare to put on a musical about the founding of the Salvatore School at the behest of their mysterious new guidance counselor," reads the official logline.
"Meanwhile, as Landon (Aria Shahghasemi) throws himself into writing the musical and Lizzie (Jenny Boyd), Josie (Kaylee Bryant), Kaleb (Chris Lee) and Jed (Ben Levin) dive into their roles, Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) distances herself from the musical."
Now, Entertainment Weekly has revealed who will be playing who on the special episode.
The project,...
- 1/25/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
TV shows adapted from books are known for deviating from the original storyline.
Sometimes, the changes are small, but other times, they are significant. Shows will change characters, plots, settings, and even relationships to suit their vision.
In fact, there are a lot of couples in books that do not end up together in their respective TV adaptations. Sometimes, these couples date on the show, but they break up. Other times, their romances were never even given a chance.
We gathered a list of our favorite book couples that sadly did not make it on screen!
1. Bellamy Blake and Clarke Griffin – The 100 Perhaps the most unsurprising couple on this list is Bellamy Blake and Clarke Griffin. When Clarke fatally shot Bellamy, the show ruined one of the best-developed relationships on television. Bellamy and Clarke were enemies, but they built a stable relationship based on trust, friendship, and loyalty. Despite the few bumps they endured,...
Sometimes, the changes are small, but other times, they are significant. Shows will change characters, plots, settings, and even relationships to suit their vision.
In fact, there are a lot of couples in books that do not end up together in their respective TV adaptations. Sometimes, these couples date on the show, but they break up. Other times, their romances were never even given a chance.
We gathered a list of our favorite book couples that sadly did not make it on screen!
1. Bellamy Blake and Clarke Griffin – The 100 Perhaps the most unsurprising couple on this list is Bellamy Blake and Clarke Griffin. When Clarke fatally shot Bellamy, the show ruined one of the best-developed relationships on television. Bellamy and Clarke were enemies, but they built a stable relationship based on trust, friendship, and loyalty. Despite the few bumps they endured,...
- 10/13/2020
- by Sarah Novack
- TVfanatic
The Vampire Diaries was originally advertised as a love triangle between Elena Gilbert and the Salvatore brothers, but as soon as the Mikaelsons entered the picture, it became much more than that.
Damon and Elena were faced with competition as the most popular 'ship when Klaus and Caroline stole the hearts of viewers on The Vampire Diaries Season 3.
The originals were too enticing not to have a show of their own, and because of the spinoff, Klaus and Caroline never got the screentime they deserved.
However, once Caroline Forbes popped up in the final season of The Originals, Klaroline fans all over the world had hope again.
The only thing that prevented them from ending up together, was Stefan Salvatore.
You might be wondering how Stefan was a problem if he was dead, and I've spent years wondering the same thing.
As the Tvd showrunner confessed herself, Klaus and Caroline...
Damon and Elena were faced with competition as the most popular 'ship when Klaus and Caroline stole the hearts of viewers on The Vampire Diaries Season 3.
The originals were too enticing not to have a show of their own, and because of the spinoff, Klaus and Caroline never got the screentime they deserved.
However, once Caroline Forbes popped up in the final season of The Originals, Klaroline fans all over the world had hope again.
The only thing that prevented them from ending up together, was Stefan Salvatore.
You might be wondering how Stefan was a problem if he was dead, and I've spent years wondering the same thing.
As the Tvd showrunner confessed herself, Klaus and Caroline...
- 8/18/2020
- by Rachel Foertsch
- TVfanatic
Chances are, if you watched The Vampire Diaries, you had a strong opinion on the show's protagonist, Elena Gilbert.
You might have loved her, or you might have hated her, but there weren't too many viewers who fell in between.
If you're the latter, know you're not alone.
Essentially every character on the show preferred Elena over her doppelganger, Katherine Pierce. When first watching the series at a young age, as I did, you can't help but agree. Elena is good, and Katherine is bad. Plain and simple.
But every time you rewatch a show, you learn something new about it. And when you rewatch as an adult, you start to see it in an entirely new light. One thing that stood out, in particular, is how well rounded of a character Katherine is in comparison to Elena.
While Katherine openly admits to her selfish tendencies, Elena hides behind her own personal code of conduct.
You might have loved her, or you might have hated her, but there weren't too many viewers who fell in between.
If you're the latter, know you're not alone.
Essentially every character on the show preferred Elena over her doppelganger, Katherine Pierce. When first watching the series at a young age, as I did, you can't help but agree. Elena is good, and Katherine is bad. Plain and simple.
But every time you rewatch a show, you learn something new about it. And when you rewatch as an adult, you start to see it in an entirely new light. One thing that stood out, in particular, is how well rounded of a character Katherine is in comparison to Elena.
While Katherine openly admits to her selfish tendencies, Elena hides behind her own personal code of conduct.
- 8/4/2020
- by Rachel Foertsch
- TVfanatic
Nina Dobrev is about to take a bite out of the small screen once again.
The beloved Vampire Diaries star is set to lead the cast of Woman 99, a series adaptation of Greer Macallister's novel of the same name.
Dobrev will also executive produce.
Woman 99 tells the story of a young woman whose quest to free her sister from an infamous insane asylum ends up risking her safety, her life and her own sanity.
Dobrev will executive produce alongside Bruna Papandrea (Big Little Lies), while Macallister is on board as a consulting producer.
The novel was released in March 2019 and was an immediate success.
“Greer’s gripping novel has so many elements that I love including a courageous heroine, the mighty bond of sisters and the power of perseverance, all set against a heartbreaking backdrop exploring the historical treatment of women cast off from society,” said Papandrea, who won...
The beloved Vampire Diaries star is set to lead the cast of Woman 99, a series adaptation of Greer Macallister's novel of the same name.
Dobrev will also executive produce.
Woman 99 tells the story of a young woman whose quest to free her sister from an infamous insane asylum ends up risking her safety, her life and her own sanity.
Dobrev will executive produce alongside Bruna Papandrea (Big Little Lies), while Macallister is on board as a consulting producer.
The novel was released in March 2019 and was an immediate success.
“Greer’s gripping novel has so many elements that I love including a courageous heroine, the mighty bond of sisters and the power of perseverance, all set against a heartbreaking backdrop exploring the historical treatment of women cast off from society,” said Papandrea, who won...
- 7/23/2020
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Nina Dobrev fans will be crazy about this news: The Vampire Diaries actress has signed on to star in and executive-produce Woman 99, a series adaptation of Greer Macallister’s novel of the same name.
Published in March 2019, Woman 99 tells the story of a young woman whose quest to free her sister from an infamous insane asylum ends up risking her safety, her life and her own sanity. Dobrev will serve as an EP alongside Bruna Papandrea (Big Little Lies), while Macallister is on board as a consulting producer.
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Published in March 2019, Woman 99 tells the story of a young woman whose quest to free her sister from an infamous insane asylum ends up risking her safety, her life and her own sanity. Dobrev will serve as an EP alongside Bruna Papandrea (Big Little Lies), while Macallister is on board as a consulting producer.
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- 7/23/2020
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
When you think of horror movies, this popular trope most likely comes to mind: a masked killer hiding in the darkness which is picking off unsuspecting victims one by one. Then, our main hero (usually a young woman) fights the killer and walks away victorious.
That protagonist is our "Final Girl."
She is one of the surviving characters in the movie to see another day.
Viewers are typically pulled through their Pov to root them on.
While this archetype is known more for horror movies, Final Girls are a staple on TV too!
Though, there are some noticeable differences. Like, their battles aren't confined to a single night of terror. Sometimes it'll spread across multiple TV plotlines or an overarching season.
This means we get more time to meet our Final Girl, learn about her backstory, and see her develop before fighting the villain.
Each Final Girl is different, but...
That protagonist is our "Final Girl."
She is one of the surviving characters in the movie to see another day.
Viewers are typically pulled through their Pov to root them on.
While this archetype is known more for horror movies, Final Girls are a staple on TV too!
Though, there are some noticeable differences. Like, their battles aren't confined to a single night of terror. Sometimes it'll spread across multiple TV plotlines or an overarching season.
This means we get more time to meet our Final Girl, learn about her backstory, and see her develop before fighting the villain.
Each Final Girl is different, but...
- 6/15/2020
- by Justin Carreiro
- TVfanatic
Landon Kirby is a phoenix on a mission, and he’s willing to go to any length — or any height — to solve his latest dilemma.
TVLine’s exclusive clip from tonight’s Legacies (The CW, 9/8c) finds Aria Shahghasemi‘s character enlisting Wade’s help in unlocking the secrets of his potentially bird-like powers.
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“I know I’m just your stand-in friend until Rafael gets back, but why is this so important to you?...
TVLine’s exclusive clip from tonight’s Legacies (The CW, 9/8c) finds Aria Shahghasemi‘s character enlisting Wade’s help in unlocking the secrets of his potentially bird-like powers.
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“I know I’m just your stand-in friend until Rafael gets back, but why is this so important to you?...
- 1/30/2020
- TVLine.com
It's a Vampire Diaries reunion! Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder, Paul Wesley attended the 2020 InStyle and Warner Bros. 77th Annual Golden Globes Awards after-party at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. on Sunday. The Damon Salvatore and Stefan Salvatore stars looked dapper in their sharp suits as they posed for pictures on the red carpet. Somerhalder also smiled for the cameras alongside Nikki Reed. Once inside, Wesley reunited with Dobrev, who stunned in a sparkly red number. The former co-stars captured the precious moment with a photo. However, this wasn't the only party the co-stars attended. An insider saw Somerhalder and Reed chatting with the Elena Gilbert celeb at...
- 1/6/2020
- E! Online
At the center of every great TV series, is a villain that viewers love to hate. These villains help propel the narrative forward as they introduced new obstacles for the other characters.
Some of those villains made it to the list of our favorite big bads of the decade.
Please remember that with have almost two dozen favorites lists that we couldn't showcase every show on every list, so we parsed them out a bit to make it more fun.
And these lists are not in any particular order. They're in the order the entries were received by TV Fanatic staff, so don't read into them!
To qualify, a show that began in another decade had to be airing during the decade, run a larger number of seasons from 2010 through 2019 if it started before 2010 or run the entire decade. Here we go!
Red John, The Mentalist - CBS (2008-2015)
No...
Some of those villains made it to the list of our favorite big bads of the decade.
Please remember that with have almost two dozen favorites lists that we couldn't showcase every show on every list, so we parsed them out a bit to make it more fun.
And these lists are not in any particular order. They're in the order the entries were received by TV Fanatic staff, so don't read into them!
To qualify, a show that began in another decade had to be airing during the decade, run a larger number of seasons from 2010 through 2019 if it started before 2010 or run the entire decade. Here we go!
Red John, The Mentalist - CBS (2008-2015)
No...
- 12/31/2019
- by TV Fanatic Staff
- TVfanatic
Love triangles are the most popular trope on television.
It's the "go-to" storyline for nearly every series looking to cause friction between a group of characters.
And it's usually done regardless of whether or not it makes sense for a character's arc.
Love triangles have become such a staple on show's that my passive-tv-watching husband has asked me if it’s a requirement to be in love with two people at once.
My answer? When it comes to television, absolutely yes.
Julie Plec is known as a repeat offender; she loves nothing more than to include love triangles for every character in her series.
Just take a look at her track record: On The Vampire Diaries, the love triangle centered around Elena Gilbert, a high school student torn between two elder vampires, the Salvatore Brothers. They were drawn to her because of her uncanny resemblance to their former lover, Katherine.
It's the "go-to" storyline for nearly every series looking to cause friction between a group of characters.
And it's usually done regardless of whether or not it makes sense for a character's arc.
Love triangles have become such a staple on show's that my passive-tv-watching husband has asked me if it’s a requirement to be in love with two people at once.
My answer? When it comes to television, absolutely yes.
Julie Plec is known as a repeat offender; she loves nothing more than to include love triangles for every character in her series.
Just take a look at her track record: On The Vampire Diaries, the love triangle centered around Elena Gilbert, a high school student torn between two elder vampires, the Salvatore Brothers. They were drawn to her because of her uncanny resemblance to their former lover, Katherine.
- 11/21/2019
- by Lizzy Buczak
- TVfanatic
It’s been more than two years since Ian Somerhalder said goodbye to The Vampire Diaries, but Damon Salvatore is still alive and well in Mystic Falls — and he’s been busy.
While speaking with Somerhalder about his upcoming Netflix series V Wars — which premieres on Thursday, Dec. 5 — TVLine asked the actor if the name Stefanie Salvatore means anything to him. His immediate response: “Oh, yeah, isn’t that my daughter?”
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While speaking with Somerhalder about his upcoming Netflix series V Wars — which premieres on Thursday, Dec. 5 — TVLine asked the actor if the name Stefanie Salvatore means anything to him. His immediate response: “Oh, yeah, isn’t that my daughter?”
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- 11/13/2019
- TVLine.com
To mark the release of The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Series 1-8 and Supernatural Season 1-13, we’ve been given a boxset of each to give away to 1 winner.
The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Series 1-8 Blu-ray
Every episode from all eight seasons of the Us drama about teenager Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and non-ageing vampire brothers Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder)
Supernatural Season 1-13 DVD
Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) have spent their lives on the road, battling every kind of supernatural threat. Over the years, after countless bloody adventures, they have faced everything from the yellow-eyed demon that killed their mother to vampires, ghosts, shapeshifters, angels and fallen gods. With the help of allies – both human and supernatural – they’ve discovered that every victory comes with a price.
Order today: https://shop.warnerbros.co.uk/the-vampire-diaries-the-complete-series-1-8-blu-ray-796
https://shop.warnerbros.co.uk...
The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Series 1-8 Blu-ray
Every episode from all eight seasons of the Us drama about teenager Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and non-ageing vampire brothers Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder)
Supernatural Season 1-13 DVD
Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) have spent their lives on the road, battling every kind of supernatural threat. Over the years, after countless bloody adventures, they have faced everything from the yellow-eyed demon that killed their mother to vampires, ghosts, shapeshifters, angels and fallen gods. With the help of allies – both human and supernatural – they’ve discovered that every victory comes with a price.
Order today: https://shop.warnerbros.co.uk/the-vampire-diaries-the-complete-series-1-8-blu-ray-796
https://shop.warnerbros.co.uk...
- 11/13/2019
- by Competitions
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Mystic Falls is about to get even more chaotic, because Kai Parker is back! Chris Wood is officially reprising his Vampire Diaries role in the second season of Legacies, Entertainment Weekly confirms. The villainous character first appeared on Tvd's sixth and seventh seasons before returning for a three-episode arc in the final season. He is infamous for killing his twin sister and his entire Gemini coven, as well as putting Elena Gilbert under a sleeping curse.
The last we saw of the witch-turned-vampire, he was safely locked away in a prison world created by Bonnie Bennett and Alaric Saltzman's twins, aka Kai's nieces. Seeing that the first season of Legacies ends with Josie and Lizzie Saltzman finding the Ascendant, which is the key to Kai's prison world, it seems like they might be to blame for his potential release. We can't wait to see how this turns out!
The last we saw of the witch-turned-vampire, he was safely locked away in a prison world created by Bonnie Bennett and Alaric Saltzman's twins, aka Kai's nieces. Seeing that the first season of Legacies ends with Josie and Lizzie Saltzman finding the Ascendant, which is the key to Kai's prison world, it seems like they might be to blame for his potential release. We can't wait to see how this turns out!
- 11/10/2019
- by Kelsie Gibson
- Popsugar.com
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