Torrey DeVitto, known for her role as Dr. Meredith Fell on , recently revealed the heartbreaking reason she left the show. In a candid interview, DeVitto shared that her divorce from co-star Paul Wesley played a significant role in her decision to exit the series. "It was mortifying," she confessed, "especially because fans glamorized his character, making the whole process even more painful.
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Fans of have long adored Paul Wesley's portrayal of Stefan Salvatore, the brooding vampire with a heart of gold. This admiration, however, added a layer of difficulty for DeVitto. "People couldn't separate the character from the person," she explained. "It felt like everyone was rooting for Stefan, and by extension, Paul, without understanding the real-life turmoil I was going through.
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The actress described the emotional toll of working alongside Wesley post-divorce. "Every scene felt like a reminder of our failed marriage," DeVitto said. "There were moments when I had to step away from the set just to collect myself." Her departure wasn't just a career move; it was a necessary step for her mental health.
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