Unveiling Carl Grimes' Surprising Age in The Walking Dead - Prepare to be Shocked!

Summary

Carl Grimes' death robbed fans of witnessing his continued character development as one of the most dynamic younger characters on the show.

At 16, Carl's maturity shines through as he asserts his independence to his father Rick, insisting that he should be the one to take responsibility for his own actions.

The idea of delving into Carl's life as he transitions into adulthood presents an intriguing opportunity. However, the current appearance of actor Chandler Riggs may not align with the age of the character unless modifications are made and a captivating narrative is developed.

The Walking Dead's Carl Grimes, portrayed by Chandler Riggs, may no longer be present in the current timeline. However, it raises the question of how old he would be if he were still alive. Carl's demise deprives fans of witnessing the continued growth and development of one of the show's most captivating young characters. From battling the brink of death as a 12-year-old in season 2, to enduring the loss of an eye around the age of 14, and ultimately succumbing to a fatal bite in season 8 as a 16-year-old, it is intriguing to imagine the potential trajectory of his adult life had he survived.

Even at the tender age of 16, Carl's maturity is evident as he acknowledges in his final moments that he must take responsibility for his own demise, urging his father Rick Grimes, portrayed by Andrew Lincoln, to carry out the unimaginable act. The subsequent events of the following seasons provide some indication of the trials he would have faced, including Rick's apparent death, the Whisperer War, and the introduction of the Commonwealth, all of which unfold over several years. Furthermore, Carl missed out on encountering several characters such as his half-brother RJ Grimes and Hershel Rhee.

Carl Grimes Would Be Around 30 Years Old In The Walking Dead Now

By the end of season 8, Carl had only been dead for a week. However, season 9's premiere takes a leap forward in time, advancing the story by a year and a half. Then, in episode 5, the audience witnesses the largest time jump yet - a span of 6 years. Throughout the remaining seasons, the final big time jump occurs, marking a year at the end of the show. As a result, Carl would be approximately 25 years old by the end of the main series.

In the newest spin-off, The Walking Dead: Dead City, another significant leap occurs in the Walking Dead timeline. The premiere of Dead City is set 5 or 6 years after the events of the main show's final season. Accordingly, Carl would now be around 30 years old in the present day of the franchise. Dead City revolves around Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and Maggie Rhee (Lauren Cohan) as they embark on a mission to rescue Hershel. At this point, Hershel is roughly the same age Carl was when he died. With a 30-year-old Carl, there is ample room to delve into more mature responsibilities for the character, while Hershel can effectively serve as a replacement for Carl Grimes, filling in the gaps of what Carl's life could have been like during his later teenage years.

Carl's Age Would Make His Walking Dead Future Difficult

The highly anticipated spin-off, The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, is generating even more curiosity about what could have happened if Carl had still been alive. Rick's absence since early season 9 means he has missed significant events, including the birth of his second son. If Carl were to return, a reunion between father and son would be intriguing, considering how much Carl would have changed as an adult and how hardened Rick has become after being separated from his family and being a part of the Civic Republic Military (CRM).

Riggs' interest in reprising the role of Carl Grimes opens up the possibility of seeing an older Carl on the small screen again. However, Riggs, who is currently 24 years old, still looks quite young. Although he has some light stubble and shorter hair, the actor has not changed significantly since he wore the eye-patch. Therefore, while fans would be excited to see their favorite character return, it may be difficult to believe without a few more years passing and a compelling storyline to support it.