Diehard fans of the CW’s paranormal drama The Vampire Diaries were disappointed to learn that the long-running series will end next year when Season 8 concludes. Ian Somerhalder, who plays Damon Salvatore, made the announcement to fans during an appearance at WalkerStalkerCon in Nashville.
“We have decided to do one last season to really do the story justice,” he revealed. “My role is shifting in the show and we have a lot to do.”
Kat Graham, who stars alongside Somerhalder, had previously announced she would not return after Season 8, causing many to wonder if the show’s days were numbered.
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