Global InformationDaryl Dixon information
| Daryl Dixon | |
|---|---|
| The Walking Dead character | |
 Daryl Dixon, as portrayed by Norman Reedus in the television series | |
| First appearance | "Tell It to the Frogs" (2010) |
| Created by | Frank Darabont Charles H. Eglee Jack LoGiudice |
| Portrayed by | Norman Reedus |
| Voiced by | Norman Reedus (Survival Instinct) |
| In-universe information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation |
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| Weapon | Stryker crossbow |
| Family | Will Dixon (father) Merle Dixon (brother) Jess Collins (half-uncle) William T. Dixon (grandfather) Dog (pet dog) |
Daryl Dixon is a fictional character from AMC's horror drama series The Walking Dead, and the protagonist of its last three seasons, replacing Rick Grimes. The character was created for the television series by writers Frank Darabont, Charles H. Eglee and Jack LoGiudice specifically for Norman Reedus, and does not have a counterpart in the comics on which the series is based. The character was introduced in the first season as a southerner, expert tracker, living in the shadow of his older brother, Merle. Despite his bad temper and volatility, he is tolerated by the core group of survivors due to his skills in hunting animals and fearless efficiency in killing walkers.
After Merle's disappearance, Daryl lets his guard down and starts to bond with the group, particularly Carol Peletier after her daughter's disappearance, and Beth Greene after the two split off together in season 4. The character becomes the cooperative right-hand man and protector of protagonist Rick Grimes and leads several supply runs. He is one of the longest surviving characters of the television series. His origin is explored in the 2013 video game The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct, and he stars in the mobile game The Walking Dead: No Man's Land.
Daryl has been well-received by fans and critics. Initially a member of the recurring cast, Reedus was upgraded to series regular after the first season. Following Andrew Lincoln's departure as Rick in season 9, Reedus got top billing and took over as the series' main protagonist.
In September 2020, it was announced that Reedus and Melissa McBride (Carol) would lead their own spin-off series set for a 2023 premiere, following the conclusion of The Walking Dead's eleventh and final season.[1] However, McBride exited the project prior to filming.[2] The series, titled The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, premiered in September 2023.[3]
- ^ Patten, Dominic (September 9, 2020). "'Walking Dead' To End After Super-Sized 11th Season; Norman Reedus & Melissa McBride Spinoff Set For 2023". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 9, 2020.
- ^ Ausiello, Michael (April 27, 2022). "Walking Dead Shocker: Melissa McBride Exits Daryl and Carol-Centric Spinoff". TVLine. Retrieved December 14, 2022.
- ^ "Daryl Dixon potential release date, cast, plot and everything you need to know". Digital Spy. 22 November 2022.