‘Vampire Diaries’ Cast Comes Together 8 Years After Series Finale
Recently, several stars of The Vampire Diaries got together in Spain to celebrate the wedding of fellow actor Michael Trevino, who played Tyler Lockwood in the hit supernatural series. The wedding, a sentimental reunion of some cast members was especially rare, since the series ended eight years prior in 2017.
The wedding in June of 2025, included stars from The Originals, a spin-off of The Vampire Diaries, as well. The stars included Nina Dobrev (Elena Gilbert), Candice King (Caroline Forbes), Zach Roerig (Matt Donovan), Kayla Ewell (Vicki Donovan), Charles Michael Davis (Marcel Gerard), Steven Krueger (Josh Rosza) and Julie Plec (series co-creator) attended, further demonstrating a unique characteristic of The Vampire Diaries cast, a strong bond even years after a series ends.
Nina Dobrev, who attended the ceremony with her fiancé and Olympic gold medalist Shaun White, posted images from the wedding on her social media and called the weekend one of the prettiest weekends she has ever had.
The reunion was a special surprise for fans, many of whom have been hoping for a reunion of the cast in some capacity for a long time. On social media, the accounts shared by fans showed praise for the reunion and excitement for seeing the actors back together in real life.
Not all major cast were present, with Ian Somerhalder, Paul Wesley and Kat Graham among the notables missing the event, but the group photo and videos from the wedding were all-but-instantly (and, thankfully) shared virally with the caveat of an unexpected and nostalgic moment that fans did not know they needed.
Cast Friendships Remain Strong Off-Screen
This isn't the first time the cast has gotten together in a recent several months. In December 2024, Nina Dobrev, Candice King, and Kat Graham appeared together for the I Was Feeling Festive 2 fan convention in Covington, Georgia, coincidentally the same city where much of the filming was done.
While at the event, the trio recreated a known photo taken during their time on set and started a whole chain reaction of excitement online. Their friendship both on and off the screen rekindled some feelings from fans regarding the friendships behind the scenes.
Kat Graham said in an interview in July 2025, that her co-stars, Nina and Candice, were more than friends, they were "soulmates". She mentioned that she has not fallen out with Nina or Candice in the 16 years they have known each other and that they are still close friends to this very day.
Even with the strong friendships, Graham stated there aren't any current plans to go through with a reboot of The Vampire Diaries. Everyone who did the show is grateful for the love and affection they have received from fans but believe the show ended on the right song and like that chapter of their lives closed.
"The reality is that the legacy of that show has not gone anywhere," Graham said. Since Trevino's wedding and fan conventions, they have shown the show has not lost its popularity. In some regard -- whether it be a personal milestone or a surprise public appearance -- they continue to celebrate the bond that was cultivated during their time on the show.
Behind the Scenes: What Fans Didn’t See at the Vampire Diaries Reunion
There were plenty of headlines about the pictures and guest list for Michael Trevino's June wedding in Spain, but what are of real interest to insiders and long-time fans was what occurred away from the cameras. People familiar with the attendees, confirmed to that it was a weekend reunion, but according to a source it was also a mini-retreat complete with private toasts, unreleased footage screenings, and tributes to their time together on the set.
Fans were given an up-close look into actor Michael Trevino’s special day through a beautifully shot wedding teaser video on Instagram. The short piece filmed by @desidero.weddings shows the great location in Spain where he wed model Bregje Heinen in June of 2025.
The video begins with wide shots of the romantic Spanish countryside, moving into close-ups of very emotional moments with the bride and groom. This entire reel is synchronized to soft, cinematic music. There are personal vows, floral arrangements that deserve an award, and tender clips of family and friends congratulating the couple. There are many close-up shots of emotion and joy creating a captivating mix of clips of one of the most discussed celebrity weddings of the year that fans were able to witness behind the scenes.
The short wedding video has received great reviews for emotional tone and artistic style that gives followers an authentic view into Trevino starting a new chapter in life—and building anticipation for the Vampire Diaries cast reunion, which followed.
Private Toasts and a “Mystic Falls Memory Reel” On the second night of the wedding festivities, a private dinner included an emotional video reel called the "Mystic Falls Memory Reel" — purportedly prepared by co-creator Julie Plec. The video included behind-the-scenes footage from the earlier seasons of the show, bloopers, and never-before-seen goodbye messages recorded by crew members while filming its final episode in 2017.
The touching moment apparently brought multiple cast members to tears. One source described it as "a quiet room full of memories — nobody said anything during the last few clips. Then everyone stood and applauded."
Nina Dobrev’s Elegant Look and Handwritten Tribute to the Cast
Nina Dobrev flaunted two gorgeous looks while celebrating Michael Trevino’s wedding in Spain. Dobrev wore a strapless dress that was deep red with satin fabric and a straight floor-length silhouette for the ceremony. The bold color caught attention easily, and she wore her hair in soft waves with a light neutral makeup palette and touch of gold jewelry to keep it soft and elegant.
For a pre- or post-wedding event, she took on a more romantic vibe in a champagne nude satin gown that could be draped several ways from a neckline perspective, which is dreamy to wear. She chose simple to no accessories except a simple clutch, little earrings and an overall glowing makeup, which really worked for the soft gown that effectively contrasted with the wild color of the ceremony.
Nina attended the wedding with her fiancé Shaun White, and everything about her manifest was poise, confidence, and lovely understated sophistication; a perfect choice for a wedding and highly anticipated cast reunion.
At a private moment that never made it on to social media, Nina Dobrev apparently read a short letter she had written for Michael Trevino and his new wife — but in that moment used to recognize the entire cast and crew for their part in shaping her for the last 10 years. A guest said Dobrev said that “TVD wasn’t just a show — it was the first place I ever felt completely seen, completely challenged, and completely at home.”
While the moment was meant to honor Trevino's new chapter, it quickly became an opportunity of collective reflection on what the show meant to the people who lived it behind the scenes.
Talks of a New Project — But Not a Reboot
While a complete reboot of The Vampire Diaries is not possible, multiple people reportedly considered the idea of a new documentary or reunion special - possibly on a streaming platform like Max or Netflix. The concept would not be for a fictional continuation of the story or characters, but more a recollection. Cast members, interviews, commentary from the original showrunners and fans thoughts/reflections would be included, along with any never-before-seen footage from the series.
Julie Plec and a couple of the producers, are said to be "open to the idea" - but only if it is honest and wouldn't feel like a cash grab.
This reunion didn’t just excite fans — it may actually signal the true end of a chapter for the cast and crew. Given the current pattern of reboots and forced nostalgia, what happened in Spain felt authentic, extraordinarily personal and filled with mutual respect.
For the fans, it is not just about seeing characters together again. It is knowing the real people behind them still carry the heart of The Vampire Diaries wherever they go.
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