RIP: ‘Walking Dead’ Actor Passes Away

Scott Wilson, known for playing Hershel on “The Walking Dead,” passed away yesterday at the age of 76.

Wilson had been battling cancer. His death was confirmed by a Tweet by the official Walking Dead Twitter account.

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

“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!”

According to this:

On the show, Wilson played Hershel, father of Maggie, who is played by Lauren Cohan. Wilson joined “The Walking Dead” in Season 2, but his character died during Season 4, ET Online reported.

Showrunner Angela Kang said Saturday at New York Comic-Con that Wilson had been scheduled to return for the show’s new season, ET reported, but no additional details were available.

RIP, Scott.

Our family will have Spaghetti Tuesday, RIP Sir. It was an honor to meet you pic.twitter.com/IUDdsoWu3A

— Billy Massingale (@bmass4president) October 7, 2018

I am devastated beyond comprehension. Scott Wilson has been the patriarch of our family. Upholding him in my heart. Always. 💔❤ #TWD pic.twitter.com/LFj0l76iky

— Sarah J. Crist (@ubiquitousurn) October 7, 2018

One of my favorite moments on the show RIP a legend pic.twitter.com/YIMJ5Se4Pt

— Heroic_Rams (@HeroricR) October 7, 2018