True Blood Season 7 Spoilers: New Vampire and James' Storyline

Back in December, Luke Grimes left True Blood prior to the show's seventh and final season, reportedly because of the creative direction for this character, James. Nathan Parsons took over that role, and a new report somewhat changes the reason for Grimes' departure.

TVLine's "Ask Ausiello" weekly spoiler column fielded a question from a fan, who pointed out that the Season 7 premiere indicated a romantic relationship between James and Lafayette. The reader asked if Grimes was uncomfortable with the same-sex situation:

"Grimes' rep insists James' Season 7 storyline 'was never actually fleshed out in advance of him fielding a few film roles which conflicted,' adding that the Brothers & Sisters vet (and upcoming Fifty Shades of Grey co-star) 'ultimately exercised his out clause to pursue these other projects as opposed to anything having to do with [his True Blood] storyline.'"

In other True Blood news, the "Mega Buzz" column at TV Guide reports a new vampire will soon arrive in Bon Temps:

"You'll soon meet a chiseled new vamp who gets pulled into the H-vamp war. And when he sets his eyes on one lucky Bon Temps lady, he'll prove to be just as good a lover as he is a fighter. Although the object of his affection is initially a bit heartsore and unsure about entering into a new relationship, she eventually lets the good times roll when they get down and dirty on a pool table."

Who could this lady be? Start your guesses in the comments below.