The Walking Dead Characters That Somehow Survived The Series

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BY MICHAEL JOHN PETTY/FEB. 12, 2023 1:15 PM EST

Of all the long-running genre shows out there, "The Walking Dead" is definitely one of the most beloved. Based on the comic series of the same name, it takes some liberties with its source material. But, like the comic, the heart of the TV show lies with its characters. "The Walking Dead" stars Andrew Lincoln as former sheriff Rick Grimes, who faithfully leads a group of survivors through the zombie apocalypse for nearly a decade. Though Lincoln didn't stick with the series throughout its entire run, his surprise return in the series finale — teasing even more exciting post-apocalyptic adventures — is well worth the wait. Other characters, like fan-favorite Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus), are original to the TV series. Every single one of them has their fans, and they're all essential to the series' success — even if they're the sort of figure fans love to hate.


But "The Walking Dead" is just as known for its shocking and gruesome deaths as it is for its celebrated characters. Needless to say, many fan-favorites are killed off — oftentimes unceremoniously. "The Walking Dead" can feel like a bit of a meat grinder, in fact, into which beloved people are fed. However, not everyone is doomed to death. Some of the survivors make sense, while others are downright shocking. While we can't tackle every star we're impressed made it to the finish line, we can take a look at the biggest surprises. These are "The Walking Dead" characters who managed to somehow outlive the hordes of walkers, sadistic monsters, and simple bad luck.