'Walking Dead': Character's Shocking Exit Explained | THR News

The transcript discusses the shocking mid-season finale of The Walking Dead's eighth season, where Carl Grimes, played by Chandler Riggs, is set to die after a zombie bite. This decision, made by showrunner Scott M Gimple, was unexpected and deviates from the comic book storyline. The news has significant implications for the show and its characters, particularly Rick, played by Andrew Lincoln. Chandler Riggs and his family express their reactions, with Riggs looking forward to new opportunities. The transcript also highlights Carl's final moments and their impact on the storyline.

What major event is set to occur in the mid-season finale of The Walking Dead?

• The introduction of a new character

• The death of Carl Grimes

• The return of a past character

• The end of the zombie apocalypse

How did Chandler Riggs find out about his character's fate?

• From a fellow cast member

• Through a phone call from the director

• By reading the script for the first time

• During rehearsals for episode 6

What was Chandler Riggs' father's reaction to his son's departure from the show?

• He was unaware of the decision

• He criticized the handling of the situation

• He was indifferent to the news

• He was supportive of the decision

What lesson does Carl try to teach Rick in his final moments?

• To recognize the good in people

• To find a cure for the zombie virus

• To seek revenge on all enemies

• To abandon the group and start anew

Where can viewers find more information about Carl's exit from the show?

• In a special behind-the-scenes episode

• On the official Walking Dead website

• In Leslie Goldberg's interview on THR

• In the next episode preview