The characters who failed to make the series regular cut this time around are Father Gabriel (Seth Gilliam), Jesus (Tom Payne) and Ross Marquand (Aaron).
The Walking Dead may have just ended for another year, but production on its eighth season is about to begin – and three recurring characters have just been promoted to lead star status.
While The Walking Dead saw a dip in ratings across its seventh season, it still remains one of the most-watched dramas currently on television.
Enid – the teenage love interest of Carl (Chandler Riggs) – has appeared on the show since season five.