The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman has provided first official word on the departure of its lead star, Andrew Lincoln.
Last season saw the departure of another original star – Chandler Riggs, who played Lincoln’s on-screen son, Carl.
Lincoln’s departure may come as a shock, however, producers of the show have insisted the series could continue without its lead star for many years now.
The move is said to Daryl Dixon – played by Norman Reedus – the show’s new main character.