Los Angeles —
Scott Wilson, the actor known as Hershel on The Walking Dead, has died. He was 76.
The actor’s rep, Dominic Mancini, tells ET that Wilson died due to complications from leukemia. Mancini says Wilson was “a national treasure, a calm voice and a gentle spirit to everyone who came in contact with him.” We’re told he passed away peacefully at his home in L.A. Mancini added that, “Scott will be missed.”
The news was first reported by The Walking Dead’s official Twitter on Saturday, who sent their condolences to the actor’s family and friends.
“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,” the tweet read. “Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in paradise, Scott. We love you!”
Wilson played Hershel, Lauren Cohan’s Maggie’s onscreen father. The actor joined the AMC zombie series in season two, with his character ultimately dying in the fourth season. — Agencies