Melissa McBride

Actress known for The Walking Dead

Melissa McBride - Actress known for The Walking Dead
Born

May 23rd, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress gained recognition for portraying Carol Peletier in the television series The Walking Dead, which aired from 2010 to 2022. The character evolved significantly over the course of the series, transitioning from a meek housewife to a formidable survivor. McBride's performance received critical acclaim and contributed to the show's popularity. She also starred in the spinoff series, exploring her character's journey further. With a career spanning several decades, she began acting in the early 1990s and appeared in various television programs and commercials prior to her breakthrough role.

Portrayed Carol Peletier in The Walking Dead

Starred in The Walking Dead: World Beyond

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