Does Rick die in The Walking Dead? A look back at his story

Does Rick die in The Walking Dead? A look back at his story

Rick Grimes, famous as Rick, is a fictional character portrayed by Andrew Lincoln in the 2010 drama-thriller TV series The Walking Dead. He attracts a lot of attention among viewers of the TV series since he is the main protagonist. Many people are confused, not knowing whether he died or is still alive in the TV series. Does Rick die in The Walking Dead?

Is Rick Grimes dead?
Actor Andrew Lincoln attends the 100th episode celebration of "The Walking Dead" at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Jason LaVeris (modified by author)
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The Walking Dead features many characters who appear and disappear in different seasons. Does Rick die in The Walking Dead? The character’s whereabouts in the TV series elicit a debate among viewers about whether he is dead or alive. Find out what circumstances led to his disappearance and whether he reappears later in the TV series.

Does Rick die in The Walking Dead?

Contrary to speculations about his demise, Rick Grimes is still alive. He blows up a bridge while trying to save his family and friends. He was caught up in the explosion, and many viewers of the TV series believe that he died, but he survives, sustaining severe injuries. Jadis saves him, and the duo is later rescued and flown in a Civic Republic Military (CRM) chopper.

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The heroic act left his family and friends thinking he died in the explosion. Rick Grimes’ wife, Michonne, learns he is alive and shares the news with their daughter, Judith. Michonne sets out to look for her husband, but Judith keeps it secret, fearing that others will leave her to look for her father.

When does Rick come back in TWD?
Andrew Lincoln speaks onstage during The Walking Dead panel during New York Comic Con at The Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Photo: Andrew Toth
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When does Rick come back in TWD?

After his disappearance in season 9, Grimes emerges in The Walking Dead’s season finale, episode 24, referred to as Rest in Peace. He is seen as a CRM helicopter approaches him and is ordered to surrender. He does not resist but grins as he is arrested and taken away by the helicopter.

Grimes’ last appearance in the final episode of the TV series is seemingly meant to set up the upcoming Rick and Michonne spin-off. Rick and Michonne’s love story will continue in the TV series spin-off The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, scheduled to be released in 2024.

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Who is Rick Grimes in real life?

The character is portrayed by Andrew James Clutterbuck. He is an English actor, born on 14 September 1973 in London, England, United Kingdom. He has been Gael Anderson’s husband since 2006, and the couple has two kids, Arthur and Matilda Clutterbuck.

Is Rick Grimes alive?
Actor Andrew Lincoln speaks onstage at Comic-Con International 2017 AMC's "The Walking Dead" panel at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. Photo: Albert L. Ortega
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Andrew Lincoln is famous for starring in The Walking Dead but has also been featured in numerous movies and TV series. His other notable acting credits include Teachers, Afterlife and Love Actually. The British actor boasts approximately 45 acting credits and has won multiple accolades, including the 2017 Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television.

FAQs

  1. Who is Rick Grimes in real life? Rick is a character portrayed by British actor Andrew Lincoln.
  2. Who is Rick Grimes in love with? He falls in love with Michonne Hawthorne, with whom he has a child.
  3. What happened to Rick Grimes? In season 9 of The Walking Dead, he blows up a bridge while trying to save his family and friends and sustains serious injuries.
  4. Is Rick still alive in The Walking Dead? There are speculations about his death after the incident at the bridge in season 9, but he does not die.
  5. In which episode does Rick die in The Walking Dead? He is thought to have died in the fifth episode of season 9. The episode is titled What Comes After.
  6. In which episode does Rick Grimes appear in The Walking Dead? He makes a cameo appearance in season 9, episode 24.
  7. Why did Rick Grimes depart in season 9? He revealed that he needed a break from the TV series to spend time with his family.

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Does Rick die in The Walking Dead? This has remained a bothering question among die-hard viewers of the TV series after season 9. He made a stunning comeback in the last episode of season 11 after surviving the bridge incident.

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