Hershel from 'The Walking Dead' Scott Wilson Dies at 76 
 
 'The Walking Dead' Actor Scott Wilson Dies at 76 
 
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 Scott Wilson -- a veteran actor with more than 50 movie credits, but best known recently for his role as Hershel Greene on "The Walking Dead" -- has died ... TMZ has learned. 
 
 Scott's rep, Dominic Mancini, tells us he died due to complications from leukemia. Mancini says Wilson was "a national treasure, a calm voice, and a gentle spirit to everyone who came in contact with him." We're told he passed away peacefully at his home in L.A. 
 
 It was recently revealed by 'TWD' showrunner Angela Kang at the show's panel at New York Comic-Con that Scott -- along with former stars Sonequa Martin-Green and Jon Bernthal -- would be returning for the upcoming ninth season, which premieres Sunday. 
 
 Wilson's Hollywood career began in 1967 when he landed a role in the classic film, "In the Heat of the Night." He went on to star in "In Cold Blood" and appear in several other legendary movies like "The Great Gatsby" and "Dead Man Walking." 
 
 Scott earned a Golden Globe nom for Best Supporting Actor for playing Capt. Billy Cupshaw in the 1980 film, "The Ninth Configuration." 
 
 In more recent years, Wilson starred in the movie "Pearl Harbor" and had a recurring role on 'CSI' ... but became a fan favorite playing the lovable Hershel on AMC's smash hit 'Walking Dead' series. 
 
 Hershel's death on the show is remembered one of the most shocking and heart-breaking for TV viewers. 
 
 Scott was 76. 
 
 RIP ||||| Scott Wilson, who rose to fame playing murderer Robert Hickock in 1967’s In Cold Blood and more recently was a series regular playing veterinarian-turned-farmer Hershel Greene on The Walking Dead, has died at 76 due to complications from leukemia. 
 
 It was announced Saturday night at The Walking Dead’s panel at New York Comic-Con that the actor would be returning to the show in season 9 along with Jon Bernthal and Sonequa Martin-Green, even though his character was beheaded back in season 4. But about an hour after that announcement was made by showrunner Angela Kang, the Walking Dead comic book Twitter account revealed the actor’s passing: “We are deeply saddened to report that Scott Wilson, the incredible actor who played Hershel on The Walking Dead has passed away at the age of 76. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in paradise, Scott. We love you!” 
 
 Soon after, the TV show’s Twitter account released the following statement: “Scott will be remembered as a great actor and an even better person. The character he embodied on The Walking Dead, Hershel, lived at the emotional core of the show. Our hearts go out to his wife, family, friends and to the millions of fans who loved him.” 
 
 Wilson had already filmed his Walking Dead return before passing away. 
 
 AMC aired a tribute to the actor at the end of Sunday night’s Walking Dead season premiere, showing a portrait of him with the words “In Memory of Scott Wilson.” Tributes from current and former TWD cast members and producers poured in overnight on social media. See some reactions below. 
 
 The first time I met Scott Wilson, he gave me a big hug and said that this thing I had become apart of… was a family. He said I had a responsibility to take care of it. I have tried very hard to do that, sir. & I will continue. I promise. See you on the other side, my friend. pic.twitter.com/EhMm0dQbtx — Khary Payton (@kharypayton) October 7, 2018 
 
 Rest easy my friend…… rest easy. — Michael Cudlitz (@Cudlitz) October 7, 2018 
 
 Goodbye Scott Wilson you absolute legend x — Tom Payne (@justanactor) October 7, 2018 
 
 Heartbroken hearing the news about my friend Scott Wilson . A great man and true friend. Aa well as a fabulous actor. RIP buddy. — David Morrissey (@davemorrissey64) October 7, 2018 
 
 Devastated by the passing of Scott Wilson. He was a true Gentleman, a Son, a Husband, a Father, a Friend. An Artist of such excellence. He was forever Young, and made everything better. My deepest Respect and Condolences to his. I am honored to have know him. He taught me so much pic.twitter.com/Yt8ZmC1c45 — lew temple (@LewTempleActor) October 7, 2018 
 
 Just waking up and was hit with the news of Scott Wilson’s passing. I will never forget the warmth this man carried at all times. One of those people who walked into a room and made a point to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Rest well, sir. Thank you for it all. #TWDFamily — Tyler James Williams (@TylerJamesWill) October 7, 2018 
 
 All I can say now is that Scott Wilson profoundly impacted my life. I was honored and lucky enough to work with him on #TheWalkingDead & #Damien. He was a great friend, one I loved very much. — Glen Mazzara (@glenmazzara) October 7, 2018 
 
 Scott was one of the greats, both as an actor and a man. We in #TheWalkingDeadFamily are truly grief stricken. He lived life to the fullest with his true love, his wife Heavenly. He is now a shining star in heaven spreading kindness and light forever. #RIP #ScottWilson https://t.co/aba9IzvUAB — Gale Anne Hurd (@GunnerGale) October 7, 2018 
 
 oh no. this is such sad news. such an honor to have met him very briefly- you could feel the kindness and depth radiating off him a mile away. love to all who are grieving his loss tonight. #RIPScottWilson pic.twitter.com/mBtwu5qmrX — alicia witt (@aliciawitty) October 7, 2018 
 
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