HBO announced the its hit series "True Blood" will end with season 7. The television series, based on the novels "The Southern Vampire Mysteries" by Charlaine Harris, will air its final ten episodes in the summer of 2014.

According to Us Weekly, in an announcement made on September 3rd, Michael Lombardo, president of HBO Programming said, "True Blood has been nothing short of a defining show for HBO."

He continued, "Together with its legions of fans, it will be hard to say goodbye to the residents of Bon Temps, but I look forward to what promises to be a fantastic final chapter of this incredible show."

The show, which stars Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer, and Alexander Skarsgard launched the actors it Hollywood's A-list category. Paquin and Moyer even fell in love, resulting in a wedding ceremony and the birth of their twins.

The creator of the "True Blood," Alan Ball, said, "From the moment I read Charlaine's books, I thought there was potential for something really special."

He added, "Then our amazing writers, cast and crew brought her world to life in a way that exceeded my wildest expectations."

"I'm deeply grateful to HBO for being true partners and collaborators, and, of course, to the viewers who chose to spend Sunday nights in Bon Temps with us."

Although many are disappointed that their favorite vampire series will see its final days next year, Brain Buckner, who took over the show halfway through its run, promises loyal fans that they will not be disappointed with the last chapter of the series.

He said, "As we take a final walk through Bon Temps together, we will do our very best to bring Sookie's story to a close with heart, imagination and, of course, fun."

"True Blood" has seen incredible success in his six year run on HBO including Emmy and Golden Globe Awards, the show definitely made its mark on Sunday nights.

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