"The Vampire Diaries" To End After Eight Seasons

rodneyholley CW's long-running series The Vampire Diaries will end after eight seasons. The announcement was made during The Vampire Diaries panel at SDCC. Co-creator Julie Plec told the audience that the news was "bittersweet and emotional."

However, for fans who are sad that the show is coming to an end, it was also announced that co-creator Kevin Williamson is writing for the series again.

With the final season announcement, many fans will wonder if Nina Dobrev will return. Dobrev exited the show after six seasons but did appear in a cameo role in season seven. No announcement was made about a potential Dobrev return.

The eighth and final season of The Vampire Diaries premieres Oct. 21 on the CW at 8pm eastern.

Source: Deadline