Last week The Walking Dead’s very own Scott Wilson, who played the iconic character Hershel, passed away at the age of 76. To help pay tribute to the legendary actor we compiled the loving tributes from the cast and producers who loved him so much. Rest in peace, Scott. You will always be missed.
It is almost impossible to describe how I feel about this man. He was beyond a hero, beyond a gem, he was the dearest treasure one could hope to know. I am so thankful to have had the honor to work with him & to call him my friend. RIP Mr Wilson, your light has enriched us all. pic.twitter.com/jEXKQKJgtt
— Danai Gurira (@DanaiGurira) October 12, 2018
I love you Scott. pic.twitter.com/STykbI5Mq5
— Brighton Sharbino (@BriSharbino) October 7, 2018
7 years ago today. From the shoot of “Judge, Jury, Executioner” in Season 2. ❤️❤️ #thewalkingdead #twd #twdfamily https://t.co/gW9zHF84Ez pic.twitter.com/O1HqGHPuDQ
— Angela Kang (@angelakang) October 12, 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
Shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of one of our Walking Dead family members, the indelible talent and kind soul, Scott Wilson. Condolences, prayers, and peace to his family and all those whose lives his generous spirit left his mark on. Peace be with you, buddy. pic.twitter.com/5XeJbJuxlY
— Juan G. Pareja (@JuanGPareja) October 7, 2018
I’m still in disbelief, and I’m not quite sure what to write about one of the best people I’ve ever met. Scott, thank you so much for going out of your way to make every single person feel special and important. You will be missed, but never forgotten. pic.twitter.com/M6WL4FsI1V
— addy miller (@TheAddyMiller) October 7, 2018
Sometimes the best ones leave us too soon… #ScottWilson pic.twitter.com/5cqLNhpTZ3
— AUSTIN NICHOLS (@AustinNichols) October 8, 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
I was lucky to meet him, let alone to work with him, and to call him a friend… That's been beyond lucky. pic.twitter.com/ENWVQFbqe1
— Scott M. Gimple (@ScottMGimple) October 9, 2018
I always looked at him just like this.
What a profound loss for his family, friends and the world. RIP kind Sir. ?#RIPScottWilson pic.twitter.com/Ete6CI8u6x
— yvette nicole brown (@YNB) October 7, 2018
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
#ScottWilson may have gone on to a better place, but he will never be forgotten by all of us in his #TWDFamily We will love you forever. #RIP pic.twitter.com/Sfy40sgo2P
— Gale Anne Hurd (@GunnerGale) October 7, 2018
Take a moment to remember the talented #ScottWilson. He made his mark as one of the stars of #InColdBlood and just kept working after that, aging gracefully into character parts. I always smiled when I saw him, most recently on an episode of @BoschAmazon. Rest In Peace sir.
— Leonard Maltin (@leonardmaltin) October 7, 2018
Today we lost one of the finest human beings myself and so many others have ever known. Scott Wilson was pure love, kindness, elegance & grace. He had the ability to make me smile on the darkest of days. He was pure LOVE. I will miss him for the rest of my life. #RIPScottWilson pic.twitter.com/21ktM5WeCW
— Laurie Holden (@Laurie_Holden) October 7, 2018
I miss you so much pic.twitter.com/QAa91KuFNh
— Laurie Holden (@Laurie_Holden) October 12, 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
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
I was fortunate enough to meet Scott Wilson at a convention in 2017. I only spoke to him briefly but he was so kind in those moments. Brilliant actor and person. Rest easy ?? #TWDFamily
— Peter Luis Zimmerman (@IamPeterZ) October 7, 2018
In loving memory Scott Wilson, a friend and an extraordinary actor. You will be sorely missed. pic.twitter.com/3H5MkV4q6p
— Major Dodson (@Major_Dodson) October 7, 2018
? Scott Wilson. Such an impactful actor. He moved me so much in his portrayal of HERSHEL on @walkingdead_amc. What a beautiful soul, who I know will be sorely missed by those who knew and… https://t.co/XzsJph0Bnq
— ⚡️JENNA ELFMAN⚡️ (@JennaElfman) October 7, 2018
RIP my friend. All my love to Scott Wilson family & friends! " Hershel " to our #WalkingDead fans, such an amazing man that showed so much love to so many! So many conventions and shows and talent ! You will be missed Legend #twd
— Daniel Newmaη (@DanielNewman) October 7, 2018
Oh lord. Go easy, indeed. https://t.co/CMtDPyszwl
— Garret Dillahunt (@garretdillahunt) October 7, 2018
#ScottWilson was a buddy of mine since we were in our twenties. He told me he was working pumping gas when he got cast in IN COLD BLOOD. He made $40,000 for the whole movie, lost it all in Vegas on a weekend, and went back to work at the gas station! He was a fabulous guy. #RIP pic.twitter.com/BsLk79LlnD
— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) October 7, 2018
Goodbye Scott Wilson you absolute legend x
— Tom Payne (@justanactor) October 7, 2018
Actor Scott Wilson, who played beloved patriarch Hershel Greene on #TWD has passed away. Talking Dead would like to extend its deepest sympathies to all of Scott's friends, family, and fans. He will be dearly missed. pic.twitter.com/WYu8Lf6EoV
— Talking Dead (@AMCTalkingDead) October 7, 2018
#ScottWilson 's incredible acting MADE Hershel one of the most beloved characters on TV. Rest easy my friend knowing you touched the hearts of millions of people across the world. #TWDFamily
— Katelyn Nacon (@katelynnacon) October 7, 2018
Such sad news. I was such a fan of Scotts work on Walking Dead. His warmth was so apparent. RIP https://t.co/GxATk33XMR
— themocollins (@THEMOCOLLINS) October 7, 2018
Tonight our hearts are breaking for the loss of our incredible friend, Scott Wilson. One of the kindest souls, most inclusive senses of humor and most caring hearts – knowing Scott meant… https://t.co/LgKXWIalwl
— Walker Stalker Con (@WalkrStalkrCon) October 7, 2018
Sad to hear of the passing of Scott Wilson who so memorably played Hershel on Walking Dead as well a brilliant turn in 1967’s In Cold Blood. If you’re going through Walking Dead tonight, look for Herhsel’s crutch. We put it in the attraction when it opened in honor of Scott.
— Horror Nights (@HorrorNights) October 7, 2018
I don’t have any pictures with Scott Wilson but, if there’s one thing I knew about this guy, it’s that he was always in the moment… listening to you, offering perfect quips of wisdom, and always wearing a sly smile. RIP Scott. pic.twitter.com/SJ5A8VVYzF
— Jordan Woods-Robinson (@jwoodsrobinson) October 7, 2018
RIP #ScottWilson I’m so thankful to have met you even for the brief moments that they were. You made me feel welcome when I felt out of place. Your gentle nature put me at ease and I never got to say thank you for that, so thank you. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/faooVe55iS
— Elizabeth Faith Ludlow (@ElizabethLudlow) October 7, 2018
Rest easy my friend…… rest easy.
— Michael Cudlitz (@Cudlitz) October 7, 2018
Oh my heart….? What a wonderfully sweet man. RIP #ScottWilson #BoschFamily pic.twitter.com/iv2m9QoeeY
— Annie Wersching (@Wersching) October 7, 2018
Scott Wilson had the best lady to share his life,Heavenly Wilson.
My heartfelt condolences to her & to all of Scott’s friends the world over pic.twitter.com/DCJiSLK3Kh— Rob Schneider (@RobSchneider) October 7, 2018
So incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Scott Wilson. It was a true pleasure to be in your presence. One of the kindest humans on this planet. You will truly be missed. RIP Scott. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/hTfzkDwRYw
— Jeremy Palko (@JeremyPalko) October 7, 2018
I have portrayed Scott's character Hershel on Twitter for many years. I considered him a friend, mentor, and a role model. I will continue to be here for you as Hershel but there will never be another Scott Wilson. #TheWalkingDead pic.twitter.com/Ic2kas0gnH
— Hershel Greene (@HershelGreene1) October 7, 2018
So sad to hear of the passing of Scott Wilson. A truly kind, giving man and talented actor. Honor to have known him. pic.twitter.com/0zDeK65aeL
— Kevin Conroy (@RealKevinConroy) October 7, 2018
Scott Wilson, Actor in 'The Walking Dead' and 'In Cold Blood,' Dies at 76.
Wow. A convention pal. Sweet, low-key, unassuming – and a hell of a good actor! Safe travels, friend. https://t.co/32vJ7Q9QMb
— Bruce Campbell (@GroovyBruce) October 7, 2018
Scott Wilson could slow down time in a performance and show all the pieces of what made his characters so real. He shared that magic with fans at cons. I'm one of them. Love this man?? #RIPScottWilson pic.twitter.com/tfXgfOnH97
— Orlando Jones (@TheOrlandoJones) October 7, 2018
I am very sad to learn of Scott Wilson’s passing. I had the pleasure of writing music for him on @WalkingDead_AMC and @DamienAETV. He was always magnetic onscreen, a presence that will be forever appreciated and missed. #RIP https://t.co/SfSESlKrxu
— Bear McCreary ?? (@bearmccreary) October 7, 2018
Scott Wilson was one of the finest character actors of all time. So subtle, so real, I never saw him make a false move- EVER. When I met him I wasn't prepared for his warmth & kindness or his ability to instantly make me feel like a lifelong friend. #RIPScottWilson pic.twitter.com/LZWDeUIYzk
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) October 7, 2018
What were YOUR favorite memories of Scott? Share them in the comments. We love you, Scott!
