{
  "id": 17437313,
  "title": "The Vampire Diaries: Every Main Character's Ending Ranked",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/the-vampire-diaries-every-main-characters-ending-ranked",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-31T17:02:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TVLine",
    "slug": "tvline",
    "url": "https://www.tvline.com/2303078/the-vampire-diaries-main-characters-endings-ranked/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ranking the main characters' endings on The Vampire Diaries, from worst to best, reveals some mixed feelings about the series finale. Many of the show's beloved characters meet unfortunate fates, leaving viewers with a sense of disappointment. Tyler Lockwood, killed off-screen by a possessed Damon, is treated more like a special guest than a main character, leaving his fans unsatisfied with his abrupt and underwhelming demise. Stefan's journey to his peaceful eternity with Damon, while emotionally satisfying, might feel forced given his recent marriage. His death, which comes as a result of his heroic actions, remains a controversial aspect of the show's conclusion. Enzo's death, although impactful and serving a purpose in the story, is still a tragic loss for fans who grew attached to this beloved character. Bonnie Bennett deserves a more content ending after her long-lasting sacrifices for her friends, as her final departure from Mystic Falls leaves her without a loved one by her side. Elena's brother Jeremy, while briefly appearing in the final episodes, ultimately plays a minor role in the show's grand scheme. His uneventful ending is a stark contrast to the impactful stories of other characters. In contrast, Elena's ex-boyfriend Jeremy's redemption and return to the show in the spin-off series Legacies provide a sense of catharsis and redemption for a character who had been largely sidelined. Overall, while The Vampire Diaries' finale showcases some heartwarming moments and well-deserved resolutions for certain characters, others are left feeling disappointed by their less-than-perfect conclusions.",
  "summary": "Whether you just binged The Vampire Diaries for the first time, or you've rewatched it more than you can count, we're sure you have feelings about how it ends.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tyler Lockwood's death is treated as a special guest rather than a main character.",
    "Stefan's peaceful eternity with Damon feels forced due to his recent marriage.",
    "Enzo's death is impactful but still a tragic loss for fans."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}