The Vampire Diaries introduced several characters throughout its eight seasons, and the Mikaelson family members were some of the show’s best. The Mikaelsons, also known as the Originals ...

The Mikaelson family, who were introduced during seasons 3 and 4 of The Vampire Diaries, are known as “the Originals” because they are the first vampires to ever exist.

The Vampire Diaries, an American supernatural television series, has attracted a large audience with its blend of romance, mystery, and the never-ending war between good and evil forces.