The Vampire Diaries
Nina Dobrev departed from her role as Elena Gilbert on The Vampire Diaries after six seasons in 2015, citing a desire for new career challenges and dissatisfaction with her compensation compared to male co-stars. She returned for the series finale in 2017, insisting on equal pay for her appearance. The move highlighted ongoing issues of pay equity in the industry.
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The death of Vicki Donovan in The Vampire Diaries' Season 1 episode 'Haunted' created shock for viewers, but production faced significant challenges. Creators Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson revealed in a new oral history book that a rushed script led to a disastrous initial cut of the scene. Despite the troubles, reshoots ensured the moment landed effectively.