The CW series The Vampire Diaries was incredibly popular when it debuted in 2009. It ran for eight seasons and spawned two ...

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Mystic Falls served its purpose as the quaint backdrop for teenage vampire drama, but New Orleans became a character itself within The Originals. The city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and ...

Whether they had too little screen time, didn’t seem all that important at first, or got killed off before they could win over the audience, The Vampire Diaries had plenty of characters who ...