Why Sebastian Stan Turned Down ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Lead Role

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What happened

The actor said he "can't look back and go, 'Oh, what if?'" on the missed opportunities.

Key facts

  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:57:17 UTC.

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