When does Carl die in The Walking Dead?

Last Modified Mar 6, 2025 08:09 EST
When does Carl die in The Walking Dead?
Chandler Riggs as Carl Grimes (Source: Instagram)


Carl Grimes died during Episode 9 of Season 8 of The Walking Dead.


The Walking Dead is an American post-apocalyptic horror drama TV show based on the comic book series of the same name. Developed by Frank Darabont, the show revolves around a group of survivors surviving a zombie apocalypse who are also known as ‘Walkers’. These survivors must not only deal with the zombies but also with the other survivors who have created their own groups and communities amidst the apocalypse, in turn also dealing with the conflict.


The first episode of the show was released on October 31, 2010, and ran for 11 seasons before coming to an end on November 20, 2022. The show stars actors like Andrew Lincoln, Jeffrey DeMunn, Chandler Riggs, Laurie Holden, Josh McDermitt, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and many more.


How did Carl Grimes die in The Walking Dead?


When does Carl die in The Walking Dead?
Chandler Riggs as Carl Grimes (Source: Instagram)


Carl Grimes dies by suicide in The Walking Dead. Grimes (played by Chandler Riggs) was accidentally pushed by Siddiq during a fight resulting in him tripping and getting bitten by one of the walkers in his stomach. Carl Grimes later shows the bite mark to his dad Rick and Michonne.


To save them from the agony of putting him down, Carl Grimes himself chooses to commit suicide to avoid turning into a walker. Grimes’ death is considered to be one of the saddest deaths amongst TWD fans.


Carl Grimes is the son of Rick and Lori Grimes. After his mother’s death, Michonne became his stepmother. Grime’s character was introduced on the show during its first episode (Days Gone Bye).


Who plays Carl Grimes?


When does Carl die in The Walking Dead?
Chandler Riggs in Million Little Things (Source: Instagram)


The role of Carl Grimes is played by Chandler Carlton Riggs. The American actor and musician who was born on June 27, 1999, is best known for playing Grimes in the AMC horror-drama show The Walking Dead. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Riggs made his debut through the indie horror movie Jesus H. Zombie which was released in 2006.


The 25-year-old actor is also best known for featuring in projects such as Mercy, Inherit the Viper, A Million Little Things, Robot Chicken, and more. Before getting into the film industry, Chandler was into theater. His early work included stage productions of The Wizard of Oz in which he played the role of a Munchkin.




FAQs for The Walking Dead

A. The Walking Dead has 177 episodes.

A. Jeffrey Dean Morgan portrays Negan in The Walking Dead.

A. The Walking Dead started airing on October 31, 2010.

A. Chandler Riggs is 25 years old as of 2024. He was born on June 27, 1999.

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