Daryl Dixon actor jokes about bond with Andrew Lincoln, calls it “an obvious crush”
Summary
– Norman Reedus once admitted to having a playful crush on Andrew Lincoln
– The moment was shared during a 2017 break while filming The Walking Dead
– Reedus recently kissed Clémence Poésy’s Isabelle in the Daryl Dixon spin-off
Norman Reedus has opened up about a humorous yet heartfelt moment during his time on The Walking Dead—admitting he once had a crush on co-star Andrew Lincoln. In a resurfaced quote from a 2017 commercial break, Reedus said that he’d want Rick Grimes by his side if he were stuck in a zombie apocalypse. Then he added, “I’ve got an obvious crush on him.”
The off-screen chemistry between the two stars reflected the deep connection shared by their characters, Daryl Dixon and Rick Grimes, throughout the series. Fans adored their intense loyalty and brotherly bond, making this confession even more endearing.
In contrast, Reedus’s Daryl, usually reserved and emotionally guarded, shared a rare kiss with Isabelle (played by Clémence Poésy) in The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. Reedus clarified that it wasn’t meant to spark a full-blown romance but was more about character evolution.
From on-screen grit to real-life affection, Norman Reedus continues to show that behind the crossbow is an actor with genuine connections and layers of charm.
