Paul Wesley, known for his role as Stefan Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries, has made it clear that he's moving on from vampire roles altogether. In a recent interview with InStyle, he expressed his firm decision to say no to any potential return to the vampire franchise, including any reboots or revivals. Wesley emphasized that he wants to be recognized for his own abilities as an actor, rather than just for playing a beloved character like Stefan.

Despite his success on The Vampire Diaries, Wesley explained that he doesn't miss playing Stefan.

He appreciated the character's complexity and the challenge of keeping him fresh throughout the show's eight seasons. Recently, Wesley has taken on a completely different role as Captain Kirk in the Paramount+ series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. He sees this new role as an exciting opportunity to showcase his versatility as an actor and move beyond his vampire past. Wesley is enthusiastic about the chance to embody such an iconic character and explore new horizons in his career.