19 actors better recognized by their cult favourite characters

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13. Andrew Lincoln – Rick Grimes (The Walking Dead)

Andrew Lincoln, as Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead, is the spine of the show, representing a man fighting to hold on to his humanity in a post-apocalyptic world. Lincoln's acting of Rick's inner turmoil, leadership battles, and love for his family made him a character that people loved watching in television history. His leaving the show was a huge change, but his legacy remains. Lincoln's deep passion for the character has made him one of the most iconic protagonists in television history, with Rick Grimes being one of his defining roles.