Death is once again coming to Mystic Falls - and we think we know who will join Jenna and Uncle John in the Great Beyond.

In his latest spoiler report, columnist Michael Ausiello responds to a question about The Vampire Diaries and simply says "a recurring male character’s days are numbered."

To whom might be be referring? Elijah? Nah, he just returned. Matt? He really is a recurring character at this point, but Zach Roerig is still listed as a series regular and the show needs at least a few humans on it, right?

So, who remains? Bill Forbes. We could easily see Caroline's father sacrificing himself in some way to truly make amends to his daughters. Perhaps to save Tyler? Perhaps to officially end his sire bond to Klaus in some kind of heroic fashion?

We'll find out soon enough, of course, but chime in now with your theories.

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