Anna Daniels
Gurira took to Twitter to discuss her departure from The Walking Dead, and the result is as emotional as it is beautifully written.
The actress began by asking an important question, then delved into how The Walking Dead changed her life and how the decision to leave the show wasn’t one easily made: “Is it possible to feel your heart is broken and overwhelmed with love all at once? Leaving Michonne was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I am so grateful for the kindness, beauty, and generosity of love that I have received over the last couple days. I have changed and grown living in this role which has been one of the greatest privileges of my life to play. The astounding Walking Dead fandom who supported the characters we created and the world we strived to bring to life are the ones who made this incredible journey possible. To receive so much love from you means everything to me.”
Gurira also made sure to thank her fans and collaborators, writing, “Thank you to the amazing cast and crew I had the pleasure and honor to work with to tell this tory. SO many incredible human beings. I leave knowing with every ounce of my being how hard it is to find that type of community and connection. People who have your back, true collaborators who are pursuing the story above all things and who are pouring it out with love and abundance.”
She then expressed gratitude to fans and what she referred to as the #TWDFamily: “We will continue to grow and be together in various ways along the journey. We have touched each other. And so, it never ends.” Gurira closed out her letter by saying, “Thank you so much for the videos and tributes; for all the messages of love and support. For sharing what Michonne meant to you. They have enriched me so much during this difficult time in the world. I cannot express my love and gratitude enough.”
If that wasn’t enough for you emotionally, Andrew Lincoln also sent a sweet video message to Gurira, which she shared to Instagram.
Written by: Looper
