Looks like Mason Lockwood was very popular in Florida.

On next week's episode of The Vampire Diaries, Michaela McManus debuts as Jules, an acquaintance of Mason's who arrives in Mystic Falls looking for Tyler's uncle.

Now, we can confirm that Stephen Amell will soon be following in her mysterious footsteps.

Producers tell E! News that the young actor will come on board this CW smash for at least two episodes in the role of Brody. According to an insider:

"[He's] old friend of Mason Lockwood who blows into town with a vengeance. [He's a] loyal friend or your worst enemy depending on who you are."

Sound off now on this new, attractive piece of casting news!

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