Andrew James Clutterbuck, later known as Andrew Lincoln, was born on September 14, 1973. He is a renowned English actor who has captivated audiences with his versatility and range.
Lincoln's career took off with his portrayal of Egg in the BBC drama This Life, which aired from 1996 to 1997. He then landed the role of Simon Casey in the Channel 4 sitcom Teachers, a character he played from 2001 to 2003.
In 2003, Lincoln appeared in the Christmas-themed romantic comedy film Love Actually, playing the character Mark. He also had a stint as Dr. Robert Bridge in the ITV television series Afterlife, which aired from 2005 to 2006.
However, it was his role as Rick Grimes in the AMC post-apocalyptic horror television series The Walking Dead that brought Lincoln international fame. He played the lead character from 2010, and his performance earned him the Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television in both 2015 and 2017.
Lincoln's departure from The Walking Dead was announced in 2018, but he reprised his role as Rick Grimes in the 2024 Walking Dead spin-off, The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.