Vampire Diaries Cast: Where are They Now?
Check the post-Vampire Diaries journeys of the beloved cast, from film ventures to personal milestones. Find out what's next for these iconic stars.Vampire Diaries
"The Vampire Diaries," an American supernatural drama, ran for eight seasons from September 10, 2009, to March 10, 2017, amassing 171 episodes. Created by Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec, it drew inspiration from L. J. Smith's book series.
Article continues below advertisementThe pilot set a CW record in 2009, and it garnered accolades, winning People's Choice Awards and Teen Choice Awards. Lead actress Nina Dobrev departed after season six but returned for guest appearances. The series finale aired on March 10, 2017.
It birthed a media franchise, including "The Originals" (2013–2018) and "Legacies" (2018–2022), expanding its universe beyond television.
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Vampire Diaries Cast: Where are They Now?
From vampires turning off their humanity switch to unraveling the mystery of doppelgängers, The Vampire Diaries quickly became a fan-favorite after its premiere in 2009. Let's explore what the residents of Mystic Falls have been up to since The CW's supernatural drama ended in 2017.
Article continues below advertisementArticle continues below advertisement1. Nina Dobrev as Elena Gilbert
https://www.instagram.com/p/C1uYTNbrf-S/?img_index=1Nina Dobrev, who portrayed Elena Gilbert, left The Vampire Diaries at the end of season 6 to pursue "adult roles." Since then, she has ventured into various film projects, including the 2017 remake of Flatliners and Crash Pad (2017).
Dobrev has also been romantically linked to Olympic snowboarder Shaun White since 2019 and co-launched Fresh Vine Wine in 2021.
2. Paul Wesley as Stefan Salvatore
https://www.instagram.com/p/CuEuLEQMZJj/?img_index=1Paul Wesley, known for his role as Stefan Salvatore, moved on from his vampire days to star in the Paramount+ thriller series Tell Me a Story. Besides acting, he directed episodes of TVD and its spin-offs.
In 2021, Wesley, along with Ian Somerhalder, launched the craft bourbon line Brother's Bond. Unfortunately, Wesley's marriage to Ines de Ramon ended in 2022.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/C1h3ObZJePy/?img_index=1Ian Somerhalder, who portrayed Damon Salvatore, took a break from the screen after The Vampire Diaries to focus on family. He returned to the world of vampires in the 2019 series V-Wars and is expecting a second child with wife Nikki Reed in 2023.
4. Kat Graham as Bonnie Bennett
https://www.instagram.com/p/C1Z4uadpk-m/?img_index=1Kat Graham, Elena's witchy best friend, has continued to charm fans in various films post-TVD, including All Eyez on Me (2017) and Love in the Villa (2022).
Article continues below advertisementArticle continues below advertisementIn 2022, Graham got engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Darren Genet.
5. Steven R. McQueen as Jeremy Gilbert
https://www.instagram.com/p/CKsKkKepxr6/?hl=enAfter portraying Elena's vampire-hunting younger brother, Steven R. McQueen reprised his role as Jeremy on an episode of the spinoff series Legacies in 2018.
Article continues below advertisementHis engagement to Alexandra Silva in 2018 was called off by May of the same year.
6. Candice King as Caroline Forbes
https://www.instagram.com/p/C0kV80yvFox/?img_index=1Candice King, who played Caroline Forbes, reprised the role on The Originals and has appeared in various films post-TVD, including After We Collided (2020).
She married The Fray musician Joe King in 2014 and welcomed two daughters.
7. Joseph Morgan as Klaus Mikaelson
https://www.instagram.com/p/C0XUaA1pfMN/?img_index=1Joseph Morgan, the original werewolf-vampire hybrid, continued his career with roles in Animal Kingdom and the 2020 series Brave New World.
He married his TVD co-star Persia White in 2014.
8. Michael Malarkey as Lorenzo "Enzo" St. John
https://www.instagram.com/p/CvvWEsqvyQK/?img_index=1Michael Malarkey, who joined the show in season 5 as "Enzo," went on to have recurring roles in The Oath and Project Blue Book.
Besides acting, Malarkey released an album, Mongrels, in 2017 and is married to Nadine Lewington, with whom he has two children.
9. Matthew Davis as Alaric Saltzman
https://www.instagram.com/p/C1ki2kiuk5e/?hl=enMatthew Davis, known as Mystic Falls' history teacher-slash-vampire hunter Alaric Saltzman, reprised his role in TVD spinoffs.
He starred in the 2019 holiday TV movie Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses and welcomed two daughters with wife Kiley Casciano.
10. Zach Roerig as Matt Donovan
https://www.instagram.com/p/B8XkTsZgzmE/Zach Roerig, who played Matt Donovan, reprised his role on Legacies and The Originals. He faced legal issues in 2020 with an arrest for OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired).
11. Michael Trevino as Tyler Lockwood
https://www.instagram.com/p/CfJ3awjJToc/?hl=en&img_index=1Michael Trevino, known for his role as Tyler Lockwood, had a recurring role on Roswell, New Mexico, post-TVD. In 2021, he went Instagram official with Dutch model Bregje Heinen.
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Nina Dobrev Elena Gilbert Paul Wesley Stefan Salvatore Ian Somerhalder Damon Salvatore Steven R. McQueen Jeremy Gilbert Sara Canning Jenna Sommers Kat Graham Bonnie Bennett Candice King Caroline Forbes Zach Roerig Matt Donovan Kayla Ewell Vicki Donovan Michael Trevino Tyler Lockwood Matt Davis Alaric Saltzman Joseph Morgan Klaus Mikaelson Michael Malarkey Enzo St. JohnActor
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Vampire Diaries Cast: Where Are They Now? - FAQs
1. Is Nina Dobrev still acting after leaving The Vampire Diaries?Yes, Nina Dobrev has continued her acting career with roles in films like "Flatliners," "Crash Pad," and TV series like "Fam."
2. What new projects are Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder working on?Paul Wesley starred in "Tell Me a Story" and directed episodes, while Ian Somerhalder returned to vampires in "V-Wars" and is expecting a second child.
3. Did Kat Graham pursue music after The Vampire Diaries?Yes, Kat Graham focused on her music career, releasing albums like "Love Music Funk Magic" and "Long Hot Summer" in addition to her film roles.
4. Are there any spin-offs from The Vampire Diaries?Yes, The Originals (2013–2018) and Legacies (2018–2022) are spin-offs, continuing the supernatural saga in the same fictional universe.
5. What is Joseph Morgan's latest project after playing Klaus Mikaelson?Joseph Morgan appeared in the series "Brave New World" and continued his role as Klaus in "Legacies" and as a villain on "Titans" in 2022.
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