Scott M. Gimple

Scott M. Gimple, born March 29, 1971, is an American writer whose career bridges television and comics. He is best known as the showrunner for *The Walking Dead* from its fourth through eighth seasons, and later for the spin-off *The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live*. His television work also includes writing and producing for *Fillmore!*, *Life*, *FlashForward*, and *Chase*.

In comics, Gimple’s credits span from 1997 to 2019, with his most frequent work appearing in *Simpsons Comics* and its related collections, such as *Simpsons Comics Treasure Trove* and *The Simpsons Comics A Go-Go*. He also wrote for the series *Die!Die!Die!*, *Heroes Anonymous*, and *Punisher: Nightmare*. His style often balances humor with darker, character-driven storytelling, a versatility that served him well across genres. While his comics work is less widely known than his television tenure, it showcases a consistent engagement with serialized narratives and ensemble casts. Gimple’s legacy is most strongly tied to his stewardship of *The Walking Dead* franchise, where his decisions shaped the series’ direction during its peak popularity.