Who died on The Walking Dead?

Last Modified Feb 26, 2023 05:45 GMT
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It's difficult to give an exact number of deaths that have occurred in "The Walking Dead" TV series because there have been so many over the years. However, let us find out some of the notable deaths in this article.

"The Walking Dead" is a popular TV series that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, where the remaining human survivors struggle to survive and adapt to the new world. Throughout the series, many characters have died due to various reasons, such as being killed by zombies, killed by other humans, or natural causes. The show is known for its emotional impact and the unpredictable nature of the plot, and fans have come to expect that no character is safe from death in the brutal world of the show.

Who are the noteworthy deaths of The Walking Dead?

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Throughout the series, many characters have died due to being killed by zombies, killed by other humans, or from natural causes. Here are some notable deaths in the series:

  • Shane Walsh (played by Jon Bernthal) - Shane was Rick Grimes' best friend and partner before the outbreak. He became unstable and dangerous as the series progressed and had a deadly confrontation with Rick. In the end, Rick killed him in self-defense in Season 2.

  • Dale Horvath (played by Jeffrey DeMunn) - Dale was an elderly member of the group, acting as a voice of reason and a moral compass. He was killed by a walker in Season 2, which was a significant loss for the group.

  • Lori Grimes (played by Sarah Wayne Callies) - Lori was Rick's wife and the mother of Carl and Judith. She died during childbirth in Season 3, which was a devastating blow to Rick and the group.

  • Andrea (played by Laurie Holden) - Andrea was a strong and independent survivor who became a key member of the group. She was bitten by a walker in Season 3 and chose to end her life rather than turn into a walker.

  • Hershel Greene (played by Scott Wilson) - Hershel was a farmer and veterinarian who acted as a wise and compassionate father figure to the group. He was beheaded by The Governor in Season 4, which was a shocking and emotional moment for the fans.

  • Tyreese Williams (played by Chad L. Coleman) - Tyreese was a former NFL player who became a valuable member of the group. He was bitten by a walker in Season 5 and died from his injuries, leaving the group devastated.

  • Beth Greene (played by Emily Kinney) - Beth was Hershel's daughter and a kind-hearted survivor who bonded with other members of the group. She was accidentally shot and killed in Season 5, which was a tragic loss for the group.

  • Denise Cloyd (played by Merritt Wever) - Denise was a doctor who joined the group in Season 6. She was killed by an arrow shot by Dwight, one of Negan's men, during a supply run, which was a shocking moment for the fans.

  • Glenn Rhee (played by Steven Yeun) - Glenn was a survivor who had been with the group since the beginning. He was killed by Negan in Season 7, which was a shocking and traumatic moment for the fans.

  • Sasha Williams (played by Sonequa Martin-Green) - Sasha was a fierce survivor who had been with the group since Season 3. She sacrificed herself by taking a poison pill and turning into a walker in order to attack Negan in Season 7, which was a powerful moment of redemption for her character.

  • Carl Grimes (played by Chandler Riggs) - Carl was Rick's son and a key character in the series. He was bitten by a walker and eventually died from his injuries in Season 8, which was a devastating loss for Rick and the fans.

How many deaths occurred in the Walking Dead?

"The Walking Dead" TV series has had so many deaths over the years and so it's hard to give the exact death toll. However, according to various sources, the number of deaths are over 250 named characters who have died in the series, as of the end of Season 10. This number includes both human and non-human deaths, such as walkers, animals, and other creatures. It's important to note that this number does not include every death that has occurred in the series, as there have been many unnamed or background characters who have died as well.

FAQs

A. Yes, "The Walking Dead" is based on a comic book series of the same name, created by Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore.
A. "The Walking Dead" first aired on October 31, 2010 on AMC.
A. There were 11 seasons of "The Walking Dead" in total along with 177 episodes.

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