The Vampire Diaries has officially finished shooting and the cast took to social media to say goodbye to the show that they’ve given eight years of their lives to.
Vampires might live forever, but unfortunately The Vampire Diaries cannot. In just five short weeks, the final credits will roll on the series, and we’ll have to say goodbye to Mystic Falls, and the wonderful characters who inhabit it.
We still have five weeks to prepare, but the cast were forced to say their goodbyes even earlier! The Vampire Diaries cast have all shot their last scenes, their dressing rooms are cleared out, and this chapter of their lives is coming to a close. Some of the cast members shared touching tributes to reflect on what the show, their #TVDFamily, and the fans, have meant to them.
Nina Dobrev
Our leading lady, who so graciously returned to The Vampire Diaries to finish off Elena’s story, started things off by sharing a photo of the wrap gift that she had made for the cast and crew. These custom sets of The Vampire Diaries giving key necklaces are so adorable, we might just have to order some for ourselves.
Her gift was very sweet, but in true Nina Dobrev fashion, she couldn’t leave the set without getting in one last prank. The victim? Matthew Davis, who we all know as Alaric.
She also shared pictures with each of her costars, Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder.
Paul Wesley
Paul shared one last picture of our favorite brothers, thanking the fans for the last eight years.
Ian Somerhalder
Our Damon Salvatore started his goodbyes a few weeks early, beginning with the Salvatore crypt.
Shot the last scene in the Salvatore crypt today with @verschoo directing Wow… pic.twitter.com/LeTwKWO2IK
— Ian Somerhalder (@iansomerhalder) January 28, 2017
He also shared a picture with his costar, Nina Dobrev, and his wife, Nikki Reed. He paired it with a powerful message (which echoed his wife’s prior comments) about the dangers of getting caught up in false information, and thwarted any rumors of bad blood between the three of them!
Ian also shared a video on his official Facebook page, right before shooting the last scene of The Vampire Diaries ever! Check it out.
Kat Graham
Nina Dobrev wasn’t the only cast member who planned an awesome wrap gift for her cast mates! Kat used her partnership with Foster Grant sunglasses to provide these cool shades for the people who’ve worked tirelessly on The Vampire Diaries for eight seasons.
Following her final scene as Bonnie Bennett, she also thanked the fans and shared an awesome fan video, which was made for her character.
And that's a wrap on Bonnie Bennett! Thank you to all the amazing fans for all your love ❤️ https://t.co/mqM9PmYQAA
— Kat Graham (@KatGraham) February 9, 2017
Candice King
Candice shared a few instagrams to say goodbye to The Vampire Diaries. She even included her family in the fun/tears.
Zach Roerig
Zach Roerig, our beautiful Matty Blue Eyes, thanked The Vampire Diaries showrunner, Julie Plec, for his character’s season 8 storyline.
And Julie sent the love right back!
That's a series wrap on Matty Blue Eyes. We love you @zach_roerig. #tvdforever
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 8, 2017
Matt Davis
Matt Davis posted some videos to thank the fans, before his last scene as Alaric Saltzman.
The love didn’t stop when he was finished shooting, either.
Well, kids…
That's a wrap for Alaric!Thank you supporting us along this crazy journey. It's been a real honor.
I love you all!
— Matthew Davis (@ImMatthew_Davis) February 8, 2017
Michael Malarkey
Our Enzo took us behind the scenes as he cleaned out his dressing room on The Vampire Diaries set.
Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson
As the creators of The Vampire Diaries, Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson have been in this world longer than anyone. Naturally, they took the time to say goodbye, as well.
Said goodbye to this beautiful creature yesterday. #tvdforever pic.twitter.com/a5zwcoz9sf
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 7, 2017
Farewell, Covington aka our beloved Mystic Falls. #TVDFinale pic.twitter.com/GO9H6VoZXp
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 3, 2017
Not gonna lie, that particular goodbye hurt. #TVDFinale
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 3, 2017
My ladies. #sisterhood #tvdforever
? credit: @lanecheek pic.twitter.com/YXIgFVIOtB
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 7, 2017
It's the last day of The Vampire Diaries and I'm crying my way through my final morning commute. #tvdforever
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 8, 2017
Final #TVD game-day tears brought to you courtesy of @Lin_Manuel and @kelly_clarksonfor my go-to weepy songs. #quietuptown #wholiveswhodies
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 8, 2017
That's a wrap.
Thank you #TVDFamily for the love, the passion & the friendship.
Eternally grateful. #tvdforever pic.twitter.com/mM2RcuvQQx
— Julie Plec (@julieplec) February 9, 2017
Extras
8 years ago I walked into a room and left with some of the greatest friends of my life. #tvdforever pic.twitter.com/PhdO4S43Cb
— Kayla Ewell (@real_kaylaewell) February 5, 2017
This is the end, my only friend, the end. pic.twitter.com/zTygaKdU55
— David Anders (@QuestionAnders) February 3, 2017
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