Joseph Morgan Confirms Klaus Mikaelson’s Return in ‘Legacies’ Series Finale: A Bittersweet Farewell to the Mikaelson Legacy
In what may be one of the most highly anticipated and emotionally charged moments in the Vampire Diaries universe, actor Joseph Morgan has officially confirmed that his iconic character Klaus Mikaelson will appear in the series finale of Legacies, set to air on June 16, 2022, on The CW. After weeks of cryptic hints and teasing posts across social media platforms, fans have finally received the news they had been hoping for — Klaus Mikaelson is coming back for one last, unforgettable goodbye.
A Surprise That Fans Have Been Hoping For
Joseph Morgan, who portrayed Klaus Mikaelson across The Vampire Diaries and its spinoff The Originals, posted a video message to Instagram shortly after the penultimate episode of Legacies aired on June 9. In the heartfelt post, he wrote:
> “If you had the chance to say one last goodbye to the child you loved more than anything, would you take it?”
The message was accompanied by the hashtag #Legacies, sending shockwaves through the fandom. Moments later, he went live on Instagram, confirming the speculation that had been building for weeks:
> “Yes, you will see Klaus again. One last time.”
This marks Klaus’s first on-screen appearance since the series finale of The Originals, which aired in 2018. In that final episode, Klaus sacrificed himself to save his daughter Hope, played by Danielle Rose Russell, ending his tumultuous but redemptive arc. Fans believed they had seen the last of the Original Hybrid, but his return promises closure not only for Hope, but for fans who have followed this character’s journey for over a decade.
The Legacy of Klaus Mikaelson
Klaus Mikaelson is arguably one of the most iconic characters in the Vampire Diaries universe. First introduced in The Vampire Diaries Season 2, he quickly rose to become a fan-favorite villain — complex, dangerous, and deeply broken. His transformation from bloodthirsty antagonist to sacrificial father has been one of the most compelling arcs in modern supernatural television.
Morgan’s portrayal of Klaus was so well received that it birthed The Originals, a series dedicated to telling the story of the Original vampire family. The show ran for five seasons and explored Klaus’s struggle to balance his ruthless nature with the desire to protect his daughter and redeem his soul. His eventual death at the end of The Originals felt like a natural conclusion to his redemption, leaving fans both heartbroken and fulfilled.
So, what does it mean to see him again — even just briefly?
Closure for Hope Mikaelson
Since the beginning of Legacies, the third installment in the Vampire Diaries saga, Hope Mikaelson has carried the emotional weight of being the daughter of Klaus and Hayley Marshall. As the world’s only tribid — part vampire, part werewolf, and part witch — Hope is the most powerful supernatural being ever born. But behind her strength is a sea of loss, grief, and unresolved emotions, especially concerning her father’s sacrifice.
Over the course of Legacies, Hope has referenced Klaus numerous times, always speaking of him with a mixture of love, longing, and pain. While the show has consistently honored his memory, viewers have been yearning for a moment — just one — where she could see him again.
Joseph Morgan’s return ensures that this moment will finally arrive.
Whether it’s through a vision, a dream, or something more metaphysical, Klaus’s appearance is bound to provide the emotional payoff.
