Scott Wilson, who played popular character Hershel Greene on The Walking Dead, has passed away at the age of 76. Hershel memorably died on the show at the hands of The Governor, but since then, Wilson has appeared at a number of conventions - including Walker Stalker Con - and remained a favorite among fans.
Wilson started his Walking Dead journey back in 2011, when his character Hershel was introduced. His first appearance was in the episode "Bloodletting" in season 2, after Carl Grimes was accidentally shot. Hershel is able to save Carl's life because of his experience as a veterinarian, and had been living a secluded life on his farm with his family since the outbreak. He always had a strict moral code, and cared deeply for his daughters Maggie and Beth. As the show went on, Hershel became a mentor of sorts to Rick Grimes, and provided wisdom and advice to other main characters. Wilson took part in 37 episodes of The Walking Dead, with his last appearance coming in season 4.
As first reported by Comic Book, Wilson passed away today at the age of 76. Reports of the actor's death occurred after many people posted tributes honoring Wilson on social media, and those reports were later confirmed to be true. TMZ later revealed that Wilson "passed away peacefully at his home in L.A". Dominic Mancini, who worked as Wilson's rep, explained that the actor passed away as a result of complications from leukemia. Bizarrely, Wilson's death was confirmed not too long after Hershel was confirmed to appear in season 9 of The Walking Dead.
Wilson had been a well-known actor long before his time on AMC's hit show. Wilson started his acting career in 1967 with the film In the Heat of the Night, and later became known for roles in films like 1974's The Great Gatsby, The Ninth Configuration, and A Year of the Quiet Sun. In the years after his time on The Walking Dead was up, Wilson appeared on the TV shows Bosch, Damien, and The OA. Most recently, he appeared in the movie Hostiles alongside Christian Bale and Rosamund Pike, as well as voiced his Walking Dead character in an episode of Robot Chicken.
Wilson's character on The Walking Dead had a big impact on the other characters, and fans often credit Wilson's casting as one of the stronger decisions made by the show. Many actors have come and gone during the show's eight seasons, but none have been quite like Wilson. With season 9 looking to recapture the feel of earlier seasons, one can't help but look back and reminisce about Wilson's journey on The Walking Dead, and his career in general.
RIP Scott Wilson: March 29, 1942 - October 6, 2018
Source: Comic Book, TMZ
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