"The Vampire Diaries" is ultimately about supernatural beings trying to live-and survive in a town named Mystic Falls. The first few seasons were about teenager Elena Gilbert falling in love and the Salvatores trying to win her heart.With the series ending after season 8, fans might be wondering whats next for the actors that gave life to our favorite characters. Here are their upcoming projects that avid fans can look forward to after 'The Vampire Diaries".
Ian Somerhalder
Ian's character, Damon Salvatore, has always been a fan favorite. Damon is dark and sarcastic type of guy that has fans are swooning over for his secret romantic side. Together with Paul Wesley's character, Stefan, they have been integral to the show's successful storylines.
Even though Nina Dobrev left the show, "The Vampire Diaries" still continued because of Somerhalder and Wesley. They certainly pulled in a lot of fans enough to warrant a new season despite the main character leaving. Somer halder has directed some of the show's episodes including "The Downward Spiral", Entertainment Tonight has learned. So, hopefully fans can expect him to delve into working behind the camera more as well as in front.He has also finished "Time Framed", a movie in which he plays as a secret agent on a mission.
Paul Wesley
Paul Wesley plays the character of Stefan Salvatore, Damon's younger brother. Stefan and Elena fell in love but eventually broke apart. He cares deeply about his well-being and his brother despite their relationship.Wesley will be continuing to focus on his movie career. Reports have stated that he will be working in "Convergence", a sci-fi movie scheduled to be released in 2017. Details and information about the project are yet to be announced.
Nina Dobrev
The former lead star played the role of Elena Gilbert. The plot revolved around her and her love story with the Salvatore brothers but Nina Dobrev ended up leaving after season 6. The actress has already played minor parts in movies such as "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" and "Let's Be Cops".This year until 2017, fans can expect Dobrev to be in the limelight again with new roles in three major blockbusters, according to reports. Shell be starring in "Crash Pad", "xXx: Return of Xander Cage", and "Flatliners". Watch out for her!
