10 Daryl Dixon Is Played By Norman Reedus Norman Reedus is 52 years old and has been acting professionally since the 1990s. The Boondock Saints actor knew that he wanted to be a part of The Walking Dead from the moment that he read the script. There was only one problem - Daryl wasn't written into the original script!
When did Norman Reedus take on the role of Daryl Dixon?
In 2010, Reedus took on the role of Daryl Dixon in the AMC television series The Walking Dead (2010). The character was not originally in the comic book series of the same name, but was created specifically for Reedus after his audition for the character of Merle Dixon.
Where does Daryl Dixon live in The Walking Dead?
In the years following Rick's assumed death, he started living in the woods after spending a long time searching for his best friend's body. He also came across a dog as well as his former owner, a woman named Leah who he develops a romantic bond with, during this time.
Why was Daryl Dixon important in the Apocalypse?
This is particularly important in the early days of the apocalypse, when people with survival skills and the moxie to confront the undead are in short supply.
