Actress Danai Gurira has confirmed that she will not be returning to The Walking Dead after its 10th season airs this year.
Gurira, who has played Michonne since the third season of AMC’s apocalyptic series, confirmed the rumor that had been circulating since earlier this year.
“This has been one of the purest joys of my life to play this role and be amongst these people, and amongst all of you,” she said during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2019. “I am very, very thankful for the experience I’ve had, in ways I can’t even express right now. My heart does not leave, the beauty of this show is that TWD family is forever. The connection between us never ends… It was about my calling in a sense and other things I feel called to and the opportunities I’ve had. All I’m filled with is a lot of pain about leaving and a lot of gratitude. I love you, and TWD Family is forever.”
Source: IGN.com The Walking Dead: Michonne Not Returning After Season 10