The CW Network has given early pickups to five of its established series for next season, including network’s top-rated drama THE VAMPIRE DIARIES.

The CW’s bloodily addictive hit THE VAMPIRE DIARIES was also given an early renewal, and in its sophomore season, remains the network’s most-watched show (4.0 million viewers) and the network’s number-one show among its target audience of women 18-34 (2.9/9).

Not that we didn’t expected this but it’s so awesome! We’re really excited for the 3rd Season! Congrats to Nina and the rest of the cast & crew!