The former Sophia Peletier actress tied the knot with actor Jackie Kay
Summary
– Madison Lintz married fellow actor Jackie Kay on May 23, 2026
– Lintz is remembered by Walking Dead fans for playing Sophia Peletier
– She later became known for playing Maddie Bosch in Bosch and Bosch: Legacy
Madison Lintz has reached a major personal milestone years after her memorable run on The Walking Dead.
Lintz, who played Sophia Peletier during the early seasons of AMC’s zombie drama, married fellow actor Jackie Kay on May 23. She announced the news on Instagram with a joint post that included the wedding date.
The date also had a Walking Dead connection, as May 23 is Melissa McBride’s birthday, who played Sophia’s mother, Carol Peletier, on the series.
Sophia remains one of the show’s most heartbreaking early losses. Her disappearance during Season 2 prompted a lengthy search before she was revealed as a walker inside the Greene family barn.
Although Lintz’s time on The Walking Dead was brief, the role became a lasting part of the show’s history. Fans still remember the barn reveal as one of the first major emotional shocks of the series.
Lintz later built a strong career outside the franchise. She became widely known for playing Maddie Bosch in Bosch and continued the role in Bosch: Legacy.
Several Walking Dead cast and crew members congratulated Lintz after her wedding announcement. For longtime fans, the moment was another reminder of how much time has passed since Sophia’s story first aired.
