"The Vampire Diaries" Season 8 is near, but still it is not clear whether Nina Dobrev would return to the show or not. It is rumored that her former boyfriend and co-star, Ian Somerhalder is the main reason why her return to the show is still uncertain.

However, a report published by iTech Post suggests that there may be some other reason why Dobrev may have refused to return back to the show. The publication based its report on a comment made by Dobrev's ex-boyfriend.

Somerhalder said in a statement that the Mystic Falls would experience the best thing when all the witches and the vampires would just go away. "Let Elena wake up and have these boys gone and never know any of this happened," the actor said in an interview.

Dobrev's ex further told the Inquisitr that the most humanity and phenomenal place would be where such creatures do not get to win. Whether Somerhalder meant it or not, his statement indicates that the character of his death, Damon, could be just around the corner.

The actor's statement made fans wonder whether the death of his character is the main reason why Dobrev refused to return in "The Vampire Diaries" Season 8. Nikki Reed's husband further added that Damon's and Stefan's character have already created a lot of chaos and violence. Therefore, it would be great if their character could just vanish for good.

On the other hand, speculations are high that Damon's death could actually establish a solid groung for Dobrev's return on the show. "The Vampire Diaries" Season 8 viewership is expected to reach all time high with Dobrev's return and it is also expected to spark some more thrill into the show.

Despite all the rumors, it is not clear whether Dalena reunion will take place on "The Vampire Diaries," a show that has always fascinated its fans with a range of emotions.