Norman Reedus
Biography
Norman Mark Reedus is an American actor, model, and filmmaker born on January 6, 1969, in Hollywood, Florida. He grew up in various locations and studied in Tokyo and at the Actors Studio in New York.
Reedus is best known for playing Daryl Dixon in The Walking Dead (2010-2022) and its spin-off series Daryl Dixon (2023-present). He first gained attention in the cult film The Boondock Saints (1999). His portrayal of the crossbow-wielding survivor became so popular that fans adopted the slogan "If Daryl dies, we riot." He is also known for hosting the travel show Ride with Norman Reedus on AMC.
Known For
Other Notable Roles
- Murphy MacManus in The Boondock Saints (1999, 2009)
- Ride with Norman Reedus (2016-present)
- Death Stranding video game (2019, 2024)
Awards & Recognition
- 🏆 Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television (TWD)
- 🏆 People's Choice Award for Favorite Cable TV Actor
Frequently Asked Questions
Norman Reedus is best known for playing Daryl Dixon in The Walking Dead and its spin-off series.
No, Daryl was created specifically for the TV series and is not in the original comics.