New Promotional Photos

Thanks to Nina Network for providing these new promo shot for Vampire Diaries. Hopefully, HQ pics will be available soon. Check them out below:




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L.A. Times Show Tracker: Six Teasers from Executive Producer Julie Plec!

Thanks to Erin for the heads up on this great post by L.A. Times Show Tracker. Julie gives a few more deets on what we can expect in future episodes. All is not lost for a Bonnie and Jeremy relationship although Luka came to town. Damon and Elena's friendship is not quite set in stone. Stefan's blood diet maintenance. Klaus is coming in case you haven't heard and much more. Full article here.

“One very telling thing that he said two episodes ago was that he has something else to live for,” says Plec. “The difference between last year and this year is last year he didn’t believe he deserved Elena’s love. ... Right now we’re at a place where Stefan has come to terms with some of his demons and is feeling very strong in his love for Elena and is confident that she loves him in spite of their current relationship problems.”

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Candice Accola Interview with AOL TV

Candice chats with AOL TV about her turning into a vamp, characters evolving, Caroline and Tyler, and more.Post now updated with YT version due to the original no longer being available.



Thanks to Jason for pointing this out.

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Webclip for "The Sacrifice" (210)

Check out the preview clip for this week's episode of Vampire Diaries.



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Candice Accola and Michael Trevino Chat with E!Online (Video)

Tyler and Caroline are getting kind of close, but how close will they get? Kristin D. Santos from E!Online chatted briefly with Candice Accola and Michael Trevino about the possibility of a wolf/vamp relationship. Thanks to Jason and CAccolaWeb for the heads up!



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Vampire Diaries #1 on EW's Must List for This Week!

It looks like we're not the only ones looking forward to "The Sacrifice" this Thursday. Entertainment Weekly has put Vampire Diaries in the top spot of their Must List for this week. Thanks to Vampire-Diaries.net for the heads up and scan!



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Nina Dobrev Interview with Toronto Sun "I translated my own dialogue"

I think everyone will agree that the Nov 11th episode titled, "Katerina" was a season 2 favorite. Nina recently spoke to Toronto Sun about the loaded episode, including the scene in which Bulgarian language was used. Read the full article here.

“I worked really, really hard on that (episode),” added Dobrev, on the phone last week during a rare day off from shooting. “I really got to play the four different characters. And it was great to play the innocence of pre-vampire Katherine, when she was just a normal human.”

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LA Times Show Tracker Interview with Candice Accola "A lot of great romances can grow from friendship."

Photo: Annette Brown/The CW

LA Times Show Tracker recently caught up with Candice Accola. They chatted about the challenges of playing her character, Tyler, and more. Read full article here.

There are hints that Tyler and Caroline's friendship is something more. Are we going to see them develop a romance?

A lot of great romances can grow from friendship. Of course, there's definitely a possibility of that. Whether or not that's going to happen, I don't know. We're not that much farther ahead of the audience. So I really don't know. I know that ... Caroline's the only one that knows what Tyler's been going through, so that friendship isn't just going to go away. There's something there. Whether that turns into a romantic relationship or whether it turns into a really beautiful support system for one another, who knows. The fans will just have to stay tuned and watch.

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Ian Somerhalder on Extra (Video)

Ian Somerhalder chatted with Lauren Sanchez from Extra at The Grove in Los Angeles. He talks about fan appreciation and the newly launched IS foundation. Thanks to Tiff and Vampire Eyes Online for the heads up! Check it out below:


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Paul Wesley on Rachael Ray 12/2

It looks like December 2nd just got a lot sexier (Ian on Jay Leno). Paul Wesley will hold down the daytime fort by making an appearance on the Rachael Ray show. He'll be the second guest according to the show schedule. Check out your local listings for times. Thanks to Valerie aka Mus1c on Twitter for the heads up!

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Michael Trevino and Candice Accola Chat with Zap2It About a Possible Love Triangle

I think a lot of people are in favor of a possible Caroline/Tyler/Matt triangle. The chemistry that's been displayed the last couple of episodes is pretty undeniable. Michael Trevino and Candice Accola stopped by the Zap2It offices to chat with Carina Adly MacKenzie aka Cadlymack about a potential relationship and more. Watch vid below and check out the full article here.

 

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Episode Stills for "By The Light of The Moon" (211)

Thanks to the CW for releasing new stills from "By The Light of The Moon"..airing December 9th. More can be seen in their gallery.

Photo Credit:Quantrell Colbert/The CW ©2010 The CW Network

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR TASHA!

A very bright and warm birthday wish to our very own Latarsha aka Tash!!

We love you, Tasha, and everyone in the TVD Fam is sending their love to you today!
Big Hugs and Salvatore love!

This year is going to be the start of something great for you- you are talented, genuine, caring, and you know 80s music like no other!

Happy 33rd Birthday!!

**Please leave a birthday comment for Tasha below. Spread the love!

Paul Wesley Attends Symmetry Spins Event in NYC 11/18

Paul Wesley attended the Symmetry Spins event held at the W in Downtown NYC on 11/18. Thanks to Just Jared for posting! Check out some pics below, more can be seen on Billy Farrell Agency's website.




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Ian Somerhalder on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno 12/2!

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Ian Somerhalder will be the second guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno December 2nd. Yes, that's the day "The Sacrifice" airs. We get a double dose of awesome. Make sure your DVRs are set, it should be entertaining.

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Kat Graham Attends US Weekly's Hot Hollywood Event 11/18

As always Kat looks fierce at the US Weekly's Hot Hollywood "Stars Who Care" event held in L.A. on November 18th. Thanks to Angelized_1st for the heads up!

Photo Credit: Daylife

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The Casting Call We've All Been Waiting For...Klaus Search Is On and We're Excited!

Thanks to the lovely duo at Vampire-Diaries.net, we have a casting call for the TVD ages! The fans on Twitter have been speculating who could play such a bad ass! My vote is for Viggo Mortensen. Yes I know this will NEVER happen, but a girl can dream. Check out the following casting call/side that was just released. It's spoilery, so as always *HIGHLIGHT TO REVEAL* Also, go to their site and check out the extensive post and weigh in on the questions. Who's ready for Klaus?

Klaus is late-20′s to mid-30′s. He’s handsome, charming, intelligent, with a sharp wit. He’s the only person who can out-Damon Damon. That’s because he’s got a thousand years on him. Klaus is one of the Originals. Possibly the oldest. But you’d never know it because he keeps up with the times.

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Official Synopsis for "By The Light Of The Moon" (211)

Thanks to Marisa Mineo from the CW here's the official synopsis for "By The Light of The Moon" airing December 9th. As always the spoiler warning is in full effect. *HIGHLIGHT TO REVEAL*

TYLER FACES HIS FIRST TRANSFORMATION — As the full moon approaches, Caroline (Candice Accola) helps Tyler (Michael Trevino) prepare for the transformation he is powerless to stop. While Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Katherine (Nina Dobrev) play mind games on one another, Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Alaric (Matt Davis) are suspicious when a stranger named Jules (guest star Michaela McManus) shows up in Mystic Falls, searching for her missing friend, Mason. Elena (Dobrev) is frustrated at the lengths Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) and her friends have gone to in order to keep her safe. Bonnie (Katerina Graham) and Luca (guest star Bryton James) work together on a spell, while still keeping secrets from one another. Finally, Elijah (guest star Daniel Gillies) makes an unexpected appearance with an offer that could change everything. Sara Canning and Zach Roering also star. Elizabeth Allen directed the episode written by Mike Daniels (#201).

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Ausiello First Look: Exclusive Episode Still of Michaela McManus

We posted a couple of weeks ago that Michaela McManus from SVU would be joining the cast of Vampire Diaries. Thanks to Michael Ausiello we now have a first look at her character Jules. She will play a friend of Mason that comes to Mystic Falls looking for answers. Will she fall for the Team Dalaric peer pressure? You'll have to wait and see "By The Light of The Moon" airing December 9th.



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Paul Wesely. Shirtless and with Cowbell

Paul is seemingly the quiet one in the TVD bunch, but when he does enlighten us with his humor and sincerity, well...

Let's just say it's enough to fall in love all over again.

Take a look at his interview with Jarret Wieselman. He talks making Stefan more assertive and becoming Kat Graham's background performer. Oh, and his Sexiest Man Alive tattoo....

Enjoy!

New Episode Still of Tyler Lockwood in "By The Light of The Moon" (211)

Thanks to Marisa Mineo from the CW for tweeting (tvdnews for heads up) this awesome still of Tyler Lockwood from "By The Light of The Moon" which airs on December 9th. Also, if you haven't played the Bloodlines Revealed game, definitely check it out because there's a preview clip of that very scene with Caroline.

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Nina Dobrev on Lopez Tonight 11/17 (Video)

As you know Nina Dobrev was on the Lopez Tonight show last night. I missed it, but thank goodness for Nina Network and Lucky Cat Girl for uploading. Check it out below:



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Vampire-Diaries.net Exclusive Interview with Ian Somerhalder "Short-term goals are inviting everyone to get involved"

If you follow Ian Somerhalder on Twitter, then you know about the foundation he's getting ready to launch. There hasn't been too much detail about it until now. Vampire-Diaries.net talked briefly with Ian about the foundation's mission and long term goals. Check out full article here.

Vampire-Diaries.net: What are the short term and long term intentions for/goals of the Ian Somerhalder Foundation? Is there a guiding “mission statement”?

Ian Somerhalder: The Foundation’s long-term activities will aim to empower, educate and collaborate with people and projects that positively impact the planet and its creatures. Long-term goals will focus on habitat and biodiversity, clean energy and animals, with specific projects in reforestation, biodiversity, extinction and species-specific sterilization methods of domestic pets. Short-term goals are inviting everyone to get involved, creating teams of passionate volunteers, and fund-raising.

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Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder Featured in People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive 2010 Issue

Thanks to Just Jared for posting this sneak peek of Ian Somerhalder in the Sexiest Man Alive 2010 Issue (Ryan Reynolds' cover). Also, check out the featured video from People.com here.
Thanks to Silent Twilight, Salvatore Brothers on Tumblr, and TVDnews for the heads up on this awesome scan of Paul Wesley in the same issue. Ahh..I love these boys. Update: People video now available, thanks TVDnews for the heads up! Watch Paul here.
*Kim Kardashian will host Sexiest Man Alive special tonight on ABC, check local listings for time.

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Paul Wesley Interview with Premiere.FR at Monte Carlo Television Festival June 2010

Paul, Ian, and Nina attended the Monte Carlo Television Festival back in June. Here's a newly released interview with Paul Wesley by Premiere.FR.



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New Promotional Image and Nina on Lopez Tonight!

Thanks to the ALWAYS wonderful Nina Network, we have a brand new season 2 promotional photo! Check it out!





Also, Nina will be on Lopez Tonight TOMORROW night, Wednesday, November 17th at 12/11c on TBS. Be sure to watch!



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Kat Graham Looks Gorgeous at L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center Gala (Video)

Kat Graham attends the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center Gala held at the Hyatt Regency Plaza Hotel in West Hollywood, California on Saturday November 13th. The event honored Glee star Jane Lynch. Via AfterEllen Kat Graham of the CW’s The Vampire Diaries, who noted that women are drawn to the show because it’s “all about female empowerment” and they “can identify with that.” Check out the video of Kat on red carpet below. Thanks to Maximo TV



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Nina Dobrev Interview At The Gemini Awards (Video)

Nina Dobrev presented at the 25th Annual Gemini Awards held in Toronto yesterday. Check out a red carpet interview below. She talks about Vampire Diaries and her role as Mia in Degrassi. Thanks to Realyeo for uploading!



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Photos of Nina Dobrev at Gemini Awards in Toronto 11/13

Check out a couple of photos the Gemini Awards posted on their Facebook and one from Daylife. Nina Dobrev looks stunning as always walking down the red carpet. I'll update post with video of Nina presenting as soon as it's available.





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Nina Dobrev on MTV 10 on Top 11/13

Nina Dobrev made her rounds in New York this past week, check out her appearance on 10 on Top. Vampire Diaries ranked number two. She's kicking ass in her dual role on Vampire Diaries! Thanks to LuckyCatGirl and Nina Dobrev Network for uploading!



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IHTVD RECAP by Danielle DuCré: 'Katerina'- The Origins

What started as a whisper, slowly turned into a scream. Searching for an answer where the question is unseen. I don't know where you came from, and I don't know where you've gone.

Bulgaria 1490.

Katherine is giving birth to a baby girl in the Petrova family home. Immediately after delivery, her father orders the removal of the illegitimate baby. Labor pains do not mask Katherine's tears- she never held her only child.

Present day, Mystic Falls, the budding friendship between Bonnie and Jeremy continues in the parking lot of MFH. Jeremy shows himself the gentleman first by picking up Bonnie's fallen books, then by initiating an opportunity to spend more time together. "It's just you're Elena's brother." Although hesitant in this new territory, she accepts. She could use a friendly distraction, too. Soon, however, this distraction switches gears in the form of tall, dark, handsome, and mysterious. Jeremy greets Luka with a handshake and if Bonnie had, too, then we'd know the status of this new-comer. So far his only crime in Mystic Falls is taking Bonnie's breath away.

Unlike her peers, Elena's priority this morning is to tend to the incessant bad news at the Broodinghouse. Rose is there to explain to Elena the danger as a doppelgänger because the oldest vampire in existence is looking to sacrifice hers. Rose insists, Stefan denies, and Damon declares a "definite maybe" over the situation in hopes to ease Elena's fears. Last we saw of Elena she was bruised, frightened, and compelled. So the harshness of her tone when denying Stefan the opportunity to join her to class seems almost reasonable. "I know where it is."

"She's the only one who knows the truth about Klaus."

Making haste in the woods, Elena leads Caroline to the tomb. Resistant to let her friend confront her maniacal maker, she concedes only after Elena pulls out all the stops by enforcing the Girlfriend Code. Now, Caroline is bound to open the tomb blockade as well as distract Stefan while Elena tries to get information out of Katherine.

Katherine creeps out from the shadows, drained. It's just the two of them- a truer meaning to the term mirror opposites. Elena comes bearing gifts, for a price. "You have the Petrova fire." In exchange for the explanation on Klaus, she gives Katherine the Petrova book, a blanket, a lamp, and blood.

England 1492.

As a result to Katherine shaming her family, she was exiled to England. There she came into acquaintance with The Originals. Deliberate or happenstance, she didn't wait around to find out. With help from Trevor she ran to Rose for shelter. Rose, who is in complete fear of Klaus- a vampire who's tales precede him, wanted nothing to do with a Petrova. Especially since she stole Klaus's moonstone.

"What does the Petrova bloodline have to do with Klaus?" It was Petrova blood that bound the Aztec Shaman's spell, and it's the sacrifice of the Petrova doppelgänger that can break it. As we learned last week, Katherine is the first doppelgänger. Perhaps there was a different kind of shame brought on her family when she gave birth. She was supposed to be the end of the bloodline and sent to England under the context that this fact held true.

At nightfall, Rose prepared to return Katherine to Klaus, but noticed she's stabbed herself. Katherine needed to be in pristine condition, so Rose forced her blood into Katherine's mouth moments before Trevor returned. "I love her, Rose." While Rose and Trevor were in a confrontation over what to do with the woman who's writing their death sentence, Katherine hanged herself in the next room. Sealing her fate and their demise. "Better you die than I."

"You can trust me."

While Elena's getting a lesson in family history, Damon is plotting her survival. He seeks out "Rosebud" for assistance in accessing Klaus, and interrupts her weeping over her late friend, Trevor. She tells him that to reach Klaus, he has to go from the bottom up. In this case it's a vamp named Slater in Richmond, VA.

Upon arriving, Damon threatens Rose to not get on his bad side by attempting a set up. "I'll rip your heart out and shove it down your throat. Something I'm very good at." Quickly, Rose pulls rank and suggests he show her his good side because she's older and stronger. That's settled. They enter the UV resistant cafe to meet a very kind looking vampire. He greets Damon to no avail. "It's nice to meet you. Maybe." Then, inquires about Trevor and is taken aback by the news.

Slater's also shocked to learn that Elijah is "beyond dead" as Damon so smugly put it. Nonetheless, he shares the process of contacting The Originals. Well, well, well, how convenient: Craigslist. As a scholar, Slater has centuries of knowledge including the power of breaking the curse. That is, whether the vampire or the lycanthrope, whichever breaks the curse first, the other will be doomed to the curse forever.

During their conversation, there is a street musician playing his guitar. Elijah steps into view, drops a one hundred dollar bill in the case in exchange for mere quarters and nickels (He must like what he hears). Damon inquires about the possibility of neutralizing the curse in order to spare Elena's life. Just as Slater is negotiating day-walking capabilities before responding, Elijah effortlessly tosses the coins towards the cafe causing the UV protected glass to shatter. Rose and Slater shriek in agony as they begin to burn.

"You remind me of someone. My best friend, Lexi."

Back at MFH, Caroline catches Stefan heading off of campus. It's her duty to distract him, but she's not the best at lying, so she tells the truth. "[I] told Tyler I'm a vampire." Stefan indulges Caroline at the Grill by allowing her to eat and ramble, all the while having Elena's well-being on the forefront of his mind. But enough's enough, he demands she end the charade and tell him where Elena is. "Caroline you have two seconds to come clean...where's Elena?" She refuses to tell him where she is, but reassures that she is not in danger. Suddenly, Stefan's tone and mood change as his mind goes to his next fear- she's with Damon. (Oh! Poor guy!) Caroline doesn't let that thought marinade, but holds her ground to Elena's secret. Girlfriend Code.

The Grill is the after school hot spot. Bonnie's there to meet Jeremy, but finds Luka and his father, Dr. Jonas Martin from Louisiana instead. "It's lookin' up." Bonnie joins them and is instantly questioned by Dr. Martin about her lineage in Salem, MA. Wearily, she confirms and saved-by-the-bell joins Jeremy as he enters. As she says goodbye, she cordially embraces Luka's shoulder finally getting a read on the mystery man.

Bonnie and Jeremy begin to play pool and their smiles couldn't be more inviting. (Wait? Have I had a change of heart about this potential couple?) However, smiles fade as Luka comes in to play winner. Bonnie happily sits out. Soon, Bonnie and Jeremy are, once again, beaming! (Kat Graham looks gorgeous here.) They haven't had this energy in so long due to the events of their hometown- it's sweet. Of course it doesn't last long as Luka, once again, steps into the picture. This time he's ready to come clean. He proves to Bonnie that he is a warlock, and apologizes for his dad's rude interrogation.

Their conversation is rolling and Jeremy, witnessing, pulls the switch on his emotions for his relationship with Bonnie. Alone again...

"You don't want to die? There's another way out."

Jeremy's not the only one turning the switch on emotions, back at the Broodinghouse, Damon and Rose are doing the same. They cheers "to friendship" and surviving the cafe attack. But it's no secret that being a best friend only gets you...dead. Since caring for others is suicidal, they turn they're emotions for others off, and turn the affection on for each other.

Lying barely clothed under a blanket in the parlor, they receive a call from Slater. He's alive and reveals to them that they need a witch and the moonstone in order to break the spell. After hanging up with Rose, Slater turns to Elijah and asks how he's able be compelled by another vampire. Elijah responds that he is a "special vampire." Then uses that special gift to compel Slater to drive a stake through his heart. Dr. Jonas Martin, Warlock makes an entrance as part of Elijah's entourage. "It wont be long now."

In the first sequence, Katherine was emotional over her baby which leads us to believe she's had reason to become a manipulative bloodsucker, but as the events unfold, we see she's manipulative in general. "I was always looking out for myself." She used Trevor to run and Rose to turn. Now, she's in Mystic Falls to collect on her check list to barter her freedom: Moonstone, Doppelgänger (Elena), Werewolf (Tyler), Witch true to the spell (Bonnie), and Vampire (Caroline). Staring straight into her mirror, Kat says, "Be you die than I."

Stefan arrives to find Elena contemplating her day's lesson. He insists that Katherine is a liar and can't be trusted. But, she hasn't shared the best part of the story yet (Oh, there's more? Goody!)- she shares that "[Klaus] will get his vengeance." Just like he did on her family, slaughtered. In the tomb, Katherine is "the safest psychotic bitch in town." Stefan and Elena leave Katherine to read over the Petrova family history. Seeing images of her family, after 500 years, she cries over their sketches.

I listen to a whisper slowly drift away. Silence is loudest, parting word you'd ever say. I put your world into my veins. Now a voiceless sympathy is all that remains. Amen omen, will I see your face again?

Arriving at the Gilbert house, Stefan tries to comfort Elena. "Don't shut me out." Although his embrace is strong, Elena has come to the crumbling realization that she's the reason why everyone she loves is doomed. "It's because of me." Elena finally has the whole truth. Her life is no longer sideways, but completely upside down. Months ago she was saved from a car wreck to preserve a curse so that one day her life and her blood would become sacrifice.


Double, double toil 'n trouble. Mystic Falls not only has a set of doppelgangers, but a witch and a warlock to boot! How did you like the history lesson of Katerina? Do you think you'll pass the test? Or maybe pass out because there's two full weeks before 'Sacrifice'- Share your OMG moments below, then find me, Danielle DuCré on Twitter @msdanielley, we can discuss Diaries in 140 characters or less..

Photos: CW
Lyrics: Ben Harper "Amen Omen"

More EW Vampire Diaries Scoop: Tyler Transformation and More!

EW revealed more Vampire Diaries scoop, this time focusing on Tyler's upcoming transformation, midseason cliffhanger, and more Dalaric bromance. Check out the full article here.

”They’re gonna go through hell and back with each other, and a very, very intense relationship is gonna develop as a result of that experience,” Plec says. “If and when it turns romantic, is one of those wait-and-see kind of things.” Something you can count on: Caroline’s decision to keep from Damon the fact that she told Tyler she’s a vampire will have “some repercussions” in the New Year, Plec says.

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Episode Stills for "The Sacrifice" (210)

Check out the newly released stills from CW for "The Sacrifice" airing on Dec 2nd. More can be found in their photo gallery.

Photo Credit: Quantrell D. Colbert/The CW ©2010 THE CW NETWORK. ALL RIGHT RESERVED.

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Official CW Extended Promo for "The Sacrifice" (210)

December 2nd is just WAY too far away! At least we have this extended preview to hold us over! Thanks to Vampire-Diaries.net, and ItsDaveDL for uploading. Post updated with Official CW promo. Check it out!




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EW Vampire Diaries Scoop: Julie Plec Talks The Originals, Damon and Elena, Katherine's Past and More!

As a fan of the books, EW's scoop on Vampire Diaries courtesy of Julie Plec sends a scary chill through my body. The Originals are not to be messed with! She also talks about Jeremy and Bonnie, Katherine's past, Damon/Rose and more. EW will also have Tyler and Caroline scoop tomorrow, so look out for it. Check out the full article here.

The story of The Originals and what powers they have will be a good portion of the rest of the season, Plec says. “It’s gonna be a big surprise for all of them [Damon, Stefan, Elena, Rose] when they come face-to-face with Elijah again, and then the question of ‘Well, how do you kill an Original?” is a big one that they’ll have to seek out answers to, and that’s gonna give us a lot story for upcoming episodes.” Tonight, we learn of one power that an Original vampire has that is unexpected.

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Official Synopsis for "The Sacrifice" (210), Episode Title for (211) and CW Bloodlines Revealed Series

It looks like Mystic Falls just got a lot more interesting. Check out the synopsis for episode 10 airing Dec 2, 2010, "The Sacrifice" (courtesy of Blood Falls) . Also, the CW has revealed the first part of their Bloodline Series where a couple of exclusive clips can be seen. Make sure you play a few times to see both clips. Thanks to Jason for the heads up! Updated: According to VampireSite, the title for episode 11 is "By The Light of The Moon" airing Dec 9th. Hopefully, we'll have an official synopsis soon. *HIGHLIGHT TO REVEAL (210)*

JEREMY MAKES A DANGEROUS MISTAKE — Elena (Nina Dobrev) decides to take matters into her own hands and offers a tempting incentive to Rose (guest star Lauren Cohan) for her help. When things take an unexpected turn, however, Rose calls on Damon (Ian Somerhalder) to deal with the plan Elena has set in motion. Jeremy’s (Steven R. McQueen) reckless attempt to help Bonnie (Katerina Graham) retrieve the moonstone lands him in a life-threatening position and forces Stefan (Paul Wesley) to put himself in danger. Bonnie and Luka (guest star Bryton James) form a closer connection. Tyler (Michael Trevino) shows Caroline (Candice Accola) the Lockwood cellar, where she makes a discovery that leaves them both terrified. Sara Canning, Zach Roerig and Matt Davis also star. Ralph Hemecker directed the episode written by Caroline Dries (#210).

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Candice Accola Named "Hot New Sucker" on TV Guide's 2010 Hot List

Thanks to Candice Accola Web and ontd_tvdiaries for the scan. TV Guide has named Candice Accola "Hot New Sucker" on heir 2010 Hot List. I couldn't agree more, she definitely deserves it!



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Kat Graham Talks About Music with 97.1 and Photos from "Cold Hearted Snake" Music Video

Check out this Kat interview with 97.1's McCabe. She talks about her music style,collaboration with Perez and more. Also, check out 4 photos from "Cold Hearted Snake" video that she posted on her Facebook page. If you haven't seen the video, check it out here.



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Updated: Nina Dobrev Talks to Hollywood Crush About Elena and Damon Chemistry and Previews "Katerina"!

Thanks to Nuzhat Naoreen for more bits from her interview with Nina Dobrev. I think all viewers will agree that the chemistry between Elena and Damon is definitely "undeniable". Nina also reveals some deets from tonight's episode. Check out what Nina had to say below.

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Updated with more of Nina's interview

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Nina Dobrev on Elena as Mystic Falls newest vamp

"You don't wanna die? There's another way out." - Katherine


With 'Katerina' in the wings and it's previews showing Katherine offering Elena blood for survival. We can only hold our breath to see what Kevin and Julie dish out for us tomorrow.

Check out Nuzhat Naoreen's interview with Nina below. Nina gives her take on Elena as Mystic Falls newest vamp:

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Thoughts? Are you ready for Elena to become a vampire so she'll be less vulnerable to attack? Leave your comments below!

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Episodes To Repeat

Catch up on your favorite TVD episodes (that is, if it's possible to have a favorite...)

Thursday, Nov. 18 'Bad Moon Rising'
Thursday, Nov. 25 'Kill or Be Killed'

Also check out Danielle's reviews for each episode here:
'Bad Moon Rising'
'Kill or Be Killed'


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People's Choice Awards Nominations!

The People's Choice Awards 2011 nominations have been announced! The Vampire Diaries is up for Favorite TV Drama and Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show, and Ian Somerhalder is up for Favorite TV Drama Actor. You know what that means...START YOUR VOTING! You can do that by heading over to the People's Choice Awards website, or through twitter by tweeting the following:

I just voted for Vampire Diaries #scififantasyshow #PeoplesChoice. Retweet to vote! http://t.co/QvM3hAj via @peopleschoice

I just voted for The Vampire Diaries #tvdrama #PeoplesChoice. Retweet to vote! http://t.co/xGkIS5L via @peopleschoice

I just voted for Ian Somerhalder #tvdramaactor #PeoplesChoice. Retweet to vote! http://t.co/59vCrWU via @peopleschoice

Thanks to Vampire-Diaries.net for all the info!



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TEAM PAUL WESLEY!

Paul Wesley is in EW's category for Under-Appreciated Entertainer. Get your votes in!!

We can list all of PW's great acting moments/traits as Stefan such as his brood, his abs, his ability to deliver both a blood-thirsty vampire and a calm protector...

Or, we could just take a look at this:

Need I say more?

Here's your chance to show your appreciation! Vote here:
Poll: Which entertainer is more under-appreciated?

"Katerina" Webclip!

We FINALLY have a webclip for this Thursday's "Katerina." Check it out!





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Kat Graham on her art and being 'Fierce and Fun'

"Witch by day, Kat by night." - KG

The success of The Vampire Diaries has allowed Kat Graham's other artistic realms come into focus. And yet, she still remains humble.

She speaks with Denise Warner about her 'Cold Hearted Snake' cover getting positive response from Paula Abdul. As well as, shares her experience with the TVD team in ATL vs L.A.:

"I just like being around good people. Either way, we'd all be friends and we'd all be close. I also want everybody -- whether it's the crew or the directors or the writers -- to really feel appreciated as well. Any place where they would feel completely adored and appreciated, I'm all for."

Ahhh, we love Kat!

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Nina Dobrev on Elena: 'kind of oblivious'

Could Elena's life ever get normal? Nina Dobrev dishes to Nuzhat Naoreen how the chaotic life of Elena makes her miss little details such as a possible brewing relationship between Bonnie and Jeremy! Check out the video below to hear the deets:

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"I think that Elena is so stuck in save the world, save my brother, save my friends and try to save myself and try-to-be-normal-at-the-same-time mode, that she's kind of oblivious to everything else that's going on around her. It’ll be interesting to see once she comes back to normalcy."


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Nina Dobrev on MTV's The Seven!

Check out Nina talk about all the boys she's kissed on The Vampire Diaries and more from today's The Seven on MTV!

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Nina Dobrev on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (Video)

Nina Dobrev was on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon November 4th. She talked about her Emmy performance, dual role on Vampire Diaries, and more. Nina also does some gaming and dancing. Watch part 1 here and part 2 at Nina Dobrev Network . Thanks LuckyCatGirl for uploading!



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IHTVD RECAP by Danielle DuCré: A Rose Always Has Its Thorns

Ruthless.

You can tell the villains are ruthless when they make a drop in broad daylight in highly suspicious shiny black vehicles.

In a quiet rural town, the kidnapper removes Elena from his trunk and places her inside the SUV. He's not a vampire, but the purchaser clearly is. As a result, now that his duty has been executed, so will he.

It's just the way things roll in this show.

"Please don't blame yourself."

It's the day after the Masquerade Ball and we find Jeremy Gilbert preparing for school. With every scene, Jeremy's character is solidifying his maturity. He has grown milestones from the brooding teenager he once was and there's no signs of retreat. Hollering at Elena, in brotherly fashion, he realizes that she never came home. After what happened last night at the Ball (being tortured due to a curse that linked her to Katherine), he assumes she probably wanted to sleep safely in the arms of Stefan. He'll consult the "heads up code" issue later.

Over at the Forbes residence, Caroline is giving Damon the rundown of Tyler's transformation. Matt and Sarah were compelled, Tyler snapped, and poof! werewolf. Damon questions her decision to let Tyler off the hook stating, "Guy's a tool," but she assures him that not turning Tyler in was in the best interest of all of them. Besides, she remembers how difficult it was during her own transformation, and she felt bad for the guy. Unfortunately her empathy doesn't bode well with Damon and he harasses her to keep their secret to herself. Then, calmly adds the location of Aimee's body to have passed to Sheriff Forbes to "save some time" in the search and rescue.

Arriving at Mystic Falls High, Tyler finds it booming with students. In most cases, if you see someone die before your eyes, it usually warrants you some time off- more so if it's at your hand. Tyler probably wishes he took that route as he makes his way through the students, the Missing Person (Aimee Bradley) signs, and a memorial in front of Sarah's locker. As Caroline walks by, he demands she share her knowledge. "How did you know?" Instead, she changes the conversation to less explosive topics, then walks off to class.

In contrast, the greeting between Stefan and Jeremy is more urgent. They realize that Elena is missing, and most likely in trouble.

"He's your worst nightmare."

Elena, tied at her wrists and ankles, is hauled in by the mysterious vampire in the SUV. She pleads with him to free her, but instead he proposes "just a taste." Leaning over Elena to satisfy his craving, he stops abruptly as a female vampire protests his hunger. Elena uses this as an opportunity to question their motives, as well as explain that she is not Katherine. Her persistence annoys the female vamp and like a pesky fly buzzing about, she is silenced by a swift, fierce SMACK! "I want you to be quiet."

After Elena comes to, she overhears her vampire captors bickering about their plans. Like Katherine, they, too, are on the run. Rose, the female vamp, wants to stay and end their feud once and for all, whereas Trevor wants to leave Elena, skip town, and call it good. But who are feuding with? As Elena slowly approaches them, she gains as much information as possible meanwhile looking for a way out. (Good for her not being a damsel in distress hugging her knees on the couch until her savior arrives.) She is discovered by Rose, and braves the question: Who is Elijah?

"The cliché of it all makes me itch."

Stefan wants to know how Elena is in danger if Katherine is trapped in the tomb. So, he goes to the number one source- Damon. "She's in the tomb. Period. End of story." Damon reveals that Katherine mentioned Elena needs to be protected, but doesn't want to go to Katherine for help because she'll conjure up a compromise for her release. Smart man. Rather, they seek out Bonnie to cast a locating spell.

Inside Alaric's class room, Bonnie uses Jeremy's blood to track Elena's general location. Stefan is on the move, but insists that Jeremy stay behind. Of course Stefan's not going to be the only hero. Enter Damon. "He's not."

Outside, the sun is about as peppy as Caroline's step. Until Tyler stops her in her tracks, cornering her once again. He is insistent upon her admitting she knows more about his curse than she's leading on. After all, she continues to show impeccable strength (Knocking Matt unconscious; pulling secret agent moves on Tyler, things like that). As she laughs when he's questioning her strength, I wonder if it's a disguise for: "Please, this isn't even the half of it." Nonetheless, he persists, "If you know something you gotta tell me. Because I can't handle this." Rejecting him again, he takes his frustration out on the garbage can. It goes flying for yards and lands with a crash. She is a witness to his struggle.

As for the Salvatore brothers, they are on their way. Road-tripping to save their girl. Stefan is encouraging Damon to open up and express his feelings, but Damon refuses. He doesn't want to have a road trip bonding moment with Stefan and share how he's upset that he has to take the backseat to this romance. He will, however, antagonize him. Much to his dismay, he can't one up his brother with this tactic either. Teasing him by offering him a sip from the blood bag, he learns that Stefan's been gaining tolerance by sampling Elena's blood daily. "How romantic." Questioning whether or not Elena would let the former wild Stefan sample her blood, and where is that fun spontaneous Stefan anyways? Stefan simply answers, "Guess he found something else to live for."

"I'm not invincible."

While Stefan and Damon drive the 300mi to rescue Elena, Jeremy and Bonnie return to the Gilbert house to restlessly await Elena's return. Jeremy confirms that they're in the clear because Alaric has taken Jenna somewhere in order to distract her.

Let us pause. This is what we call an ultimate fail on Alaric's part. What grown man allows kids to run around chasing vampires!? He just felt it best to call out from his classroom duties and his advisory role. Alas, the show must go on...

Bonnie tells Jeremy that she can try to send a message to Elena. She writes a note informing that Stefan and Damon are on their way while he gathers the supplies: Elena's hairbrush and a candle. Holding the note in her hand over the heat of the candle, Bonnie fights through what looks like extreme discomfort to complete the spell. Dazed, nose bleeding she opens her eyes, and in a split second she falls unconscious. Blackout.

When Bonnie finally awakes, we learn that she's been practicing so much that it's beginning to take a toll on her. She's stretching herself even helping them find Elena, but she's to remain in the middle, after all. Although Bonnie and Jeremy are having a moment, it's nice to know that their history together allows them to be comfortable with each other, regardless if there's a love interest or not. (And personal vote is......let there not.) Jeremy agrees not to share her weakness to others, and questions, "Do you think it worked?" Bonnie's unsure, but we see Elena unfold a piece of paper giving her a new hope. Yes, Bonnie. It did.

Breaking from the Gilbert house, we arrive with Caroline at the Forbes residence. Caroline is hesitant because she senses someone is in the house! Tyler? Precisely. He's over getting the runaround and flat calls her out. "I'm not leaving here until you tell me the truth. You're a werewolf. Say it." (Out loud.) Twilight scene reincarnate causes Caroline to giggle. Tyler shows that he is not too happy with that response by pinning her against the wall. Caroline will have none of that, so she flips him so that he's pinned under raging strength and fangs.

She releases him and has no other choice but to explain to him what she has become. Alcohol always helps in times like this (Apparently the Sheriff is still on duty). Tyler inquires about the possibility of other vampires. Caroline denies, then quickly asks about the werewolf population. She's ready to tell him more, but she needs him to confirm his secrecy. With the loss of Mason, Tyler doesn't feel he has anyone he can confide in. "I'm scared." He cries. She embraces her friend. And it's beautiful.

"The blood of the doppelgänger."

Rose is still annoyed at Elena's endless inquiries, but indulges her. She explains that she and Trevor are just the "delivery service," and that it is Elijah, one of the original vampires, who is the true threat. They have a debt to him and that's why they've been running. They plan to use Katherine's doppelicious clone to settle their debt because she's the key. At Elena's death, the curse binding the vampires to the night is broken.

The time to relieve their debt is now. Elijah has arrived. Elena can see that Trevor is scared, will she use that? Rose leaves them to find someone looking more like a big city salesman in the door frame. Would an original really travel alone? He's here for business, so she quickly begins her explanation. Before handing over Elena, she requests her pardon. However, I'm not too sure she correctly requested Trevor's pardon. Still, the old one confirms, "You have my word that I will pardon you."

I begin to see his authority as his presence looms over Elena (that and Nina Dobrev is a fantastic actress giving him everything he needs to be a creep). Slowly bending down, he inhales the scent at her neck confirming she's human. "Hello there." In addition, his authority is not mistaken when he takes off Trevor's head with a backhanded hit. Of course this occurs after he grants him cordial forgiveness.

Elena begs for assistance from Rose, but is unmet. So, she bargains the whereabouts of the moonstone. Elijah has no interest in bargaining so he rips off her vervain necklace and compels her into telling him the location of both the moonstone- and Katherine.

By now, Damon and Stefan arrive with their no "better reason to die" attitude. As Elena's captors attempt to remove her from the house, the brothers distract. Damon pulls Rose out of sight, and Stefan, Elena. Elijah warns, "You can not beat me. I want the girl."

Slowly Elena appears from around the corner. She acts as if she is going to comply, but as Elijah approaches her she throws a vervain bomb at him. (Nice toy, Alaric!) Stefan then tussles with Elijah, but it's Damon who stakes him to the door.
(Really? I know our Salvatore brothers are a fantastic team, but I thought it be more difficult to get rid of an 'old one.')

As Damon turns and sees Elena coming down the stairs he has the biggest smile of relief on his face. Then, Stefan steps into view and gives her a you're-safe-now-my-love hug. Damon's lovestruck smile crumbles away with the beating of his heart. And, is swept away with Elena's unspoken "Thank you."

Finally, Elena returns home. She shares tears of relief from both Jeremy and a recovering Bonnie.

"Guess I just needed my brother."

In the parlor, the Salvatore brothers share a drink to calm the nerves of the day. If Katherine was right, they have to protect Elena, and they agree to do so. In order to assist the united front, Stefan apologizes to Damon for turning him 145 years ago. "I'm sorry. What I did was selfish. I didn't want to be alone." He leaves Damon to ponder this sincere confession.

Soon, Rose makes a visit. Fortunately, she's not there to cause trouble. Finding Stefan, she mentions that she knew Lexi. She doesn't come out and ask to join the Salvatore coven, but she barters that she can help them with Klaus.

Meanwhile, Damon has escaped to Elena's bedroom. Entering bruised and shaken she's hesitant, hoping it's not history repeating. Damon has her necklace, but doesn't give it to her until he confesses: "I love you, Elena. And, it's because I love you that I can't be selfish with you...I don't deserve you, but my brother does." With a tear in his eye, "God, I wish you didn't have to forget this. But you do." Then, he's gone. Elena alone with her necklace securely in place.

Oh my gosh! Heartbreaking! I hope he doesn't do anything harmful. It almost sounded like a suicide note. Ian Somerhalder steals my heart every episode!

On another note, we're back in the abandoned rural house where Elijah was left staked to the door. As an 'old one' they should've disposed of him more thoroughly, because he's not dead. Well, not entirely.

Oh dear.



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