Hey Mystic Falls fans! Bella here, diving even deeper into the casting saga of The Vampire Diaries. We already know how Nina, Paul, and Ian landed their iconic roles, but what about the actors who almost made it? What were the alternate possibilities that could have drastically changed the course of the show? Let's uncover the near-misses and surprising twists of the casting process, revealing a glimpse of the road not taken.
Ashlee Simpson as Elena Gilbert? A Road Not Traveled
Imagine a world where Ashlee Simpson played Elena Gilbert. It almost happened! Early in the development process, The CW considered the possibility of casting the singer and actress in the lead role.
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