Scott Wilson Dies; The Walking Dead Star Was 76

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Beloved The Walking Dead actor, Scott Wilson, has died due to complications from Leukaemia, reports TMZ

He was 76. 

The report goes on to state that he passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday. 

Scott Wilson Attends aTVfest

Dominic Mancini, a rep for Wilson said to the site that he was "a national treasure, a calm voice, and a gentle spirit to everyone who came in contact with him."

The news broke just hours after new The Walking Dead showrunner confirmed Wilson would be staging a comeback to the series alongside Sonequa Martin-Green and Jon Bernthal. 

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Wilson originally appeared on the AMC hit between 2011-14 and won a lot of praise for his role of Hershel Green. 

He appeared in 37 episodes of the TV adaptation of the zombie smash.

Scott Wilson Attends The Walking Dead Premiere

Filming of The Walking Dead Season 9 is already well underway, and it's expected that Wilson filmed his return prior to his passing. 

Hershel last appeared on The Walking Dead Season 4, and his exit storyline was a result of the ongoing battle with The Governor for control of the prison. 

Wilson may be most well-known for his role on The Walking Dead, but he's actually worked in the entertainment industry since as far back as 1967. 

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His first big role was in In the Head of the Night. He followed that up with roles in In Cold Blood, The Great Gatsby, and Dead Man Walking. 

Scott Wilson Promotes The Walking Dead

His post-The Walking Dead career found him appearing on A&E's ill-fated Damien adaptation, Bosch and Netflix's The OA. 

The latter's second season is currently in production, so it's unclear at this stage whether the actor filmed all of the scenes he was due to appear in. 

The Walking Dead's official Twitter account confirmed Wilson's death on Saturday, saying:

“We are deeply saddened to report that Scott Wilson, the incredible actor who played Hershel… has passed away at the age of 76. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in paradise, Scott. We love you!”  

We extend our thoughts and prayers to Wilson's friends and family during this difficult time. 

The Walking Dead Season 9 debuts tonight at 9/8c on AMC.

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