Andrew Lincoln

English actor of The Walking Dead

Andrew Lincoln - English actor of The Walking Dead
Born

September 14th, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1973, this English actor gained prominence through a leading role in the television series The Walking Dead, where he portrayed Rick Grimes. The series, which premiered in 2010, became a significant cultural phenomenon and ran for over a decade. Earlier in his career, he appeared in the British series This Life and appeared in various television films and stage productions. He has also voiced animated characters in films, showcasing versatility in performance.

Played Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead

Acted in This Life

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