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Emily Kinney Returns as Beth in “The Walking Dead: Dead City”
7/25/2026, 12:09:35 PM
Announcement and Upcoming Episode
The return of Emily Kinney’s character Beth was announced at San Diego Comic-Con on Friday, July 24. Kinney, now 41, will appear in an episode of the third season of the AMC spinoff *The Walking Dead: Dead City*. The episode is set in an alternate reality and is scheduled to air when *Dead City* resumes on July 26 on AMC and AMC+.
Background on Beth’s Original Exit
Beth Greene, portrayed by Kinney, was killed off in the fifth season of *The Walking Dead* after being shot by former police officer Dawn Lerner (Christine Woods). The fatal scene followed Beth’s stabbing of Lerner with scissors in protest of Lerner’s demand that Noah (Tyler James Williams) be held captive for her own freedom. Kinney has described the original death as a shock to both herself and the audience.
Official Statements & Responses
Kinney said she was “pleasantly surprised” to be invited back to the franchise and expressed happiness at the chance to work with former co-star Lauren Cohan again. Cohan, 44, highlighted the collaboration in a teaser video released by AMC, noting the excitement of reuniting with Kinney’s character.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I’m Lauren, and I think you know this person,” — Lauren Cohan
- “We’re really glad that Emily wanted to come back and do this,” — Lauren Cohan
What’s Next
Fans can expect the Beth-focused episode when *Dead City* returns on July 26, offering a new storyline that revisits the character in a speculative setting. The announcement suggests the series will continue to explore alternate narratives within the established universe.
