The Walking Dead’s Scott Wilson Has Died at 76
Scott Wilson, who became a fan-favorite member of the cast of The Walking Dead, has died.
Scott Wilson, who appeared for three seasons, played Hershel Greene, a farm owner who takes in the survivors of a zombie apocalypse.
TMZ reports that Wilson died from complications of leukemia. He was 76.
The news comes just hours after producers of the show announced that he would make a return appearance in season nine of The Walking Dead.
After he left The Walking Dead after season four, Wilson continued to act, appearing in Hostiles, The OA, Damien, and Bosch. The actor has a prolific career, appearing in Truman Capote’s In Cold Blood, as well as In the Heat of the Night, The Ninth Configuration, and Pearl Harbor.
Tributes poured in from across Hollywood.
We are deeply saddened to report that Scott Wilson, the incredible actor who played Hershel on #TheWalkingDead, has passed away at the age of 76. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in paradise, Scott. We love you! pic.twitter.com/guNI7zSqDZ
— The Walking Dead (@TheWalkingDead) October 7, 2018
The first time I met Scott Wilson, he gave me a big hug and said that this thing I had become apart of… was a family. He said I had a responsibility to take care of it. I have tried very hard to do that, sir. & I will continue. I promise. See you on the other side, my friend. pic.twitter.com/EhMm0dQbtx
— Khary Payton (@kharypayton) October 7, 2018
So sorry to hear about the passing of Scott Wilson. I was lucky enough to call him a friend. Not only was he a talented actor, he was also a great human being. RIP Scott, you will be missed…. https://t.co/7lY3LhrY7R
— Lance Henriksen (@lancehenriksen) October 7, 2018
Just learned that the wonderful actor Scott Wilson, has died. I'm terribly saddened. I just got to know Scott in the past 2-3 years, but I loved knowing him. He was a superb actor & a beloved member of our community. I'm really sorry to hear this. Rest in peace, actor. pic.twitter.com/vgsUhBxHhB
— Jim Beaver (@jumblejim) October 7, 2018
Our condolences go out to his family and friends.
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