Andrew Lincoln Reveals Reason for Leaving 'The Walking Dead'

Andrew Lincoln Reveals Reason for Leaving 'The Walking Dead' Andrew Lincoln says being away from family for so long ultimately was the reason why he left The Walking Dead. Lincoln made the news official during The Walking Dead's panel at San Diego Comic Con over the weekend. Lincoln adds he had a feeling of completion for his character Rick Grimes after the show's season
eight finale. However, the actor says he knew the hit AMC show must go on. Andrew Lincoln, at San Diego Comic-Con 2018 The Walking Dead returns for its ninth season on October 7, 2018.