The Walking Dead faced backlash for the controversial death scene of Glenn Rhee at the hands of Negan, leading to a significant drop in viewership. Andrew Lincoln, who played Rick Grimes, expressed that the series may have 'over-egged the omelette' with Glenn's death, feeling it lingered too much on the graphic scene. Despite following the comic's storyline, the TV adaptation's portrayal of Glenn's demise was criticized for its brutality. Jeffrey Dean Morgan received praise for his role as Negan, despite the intensity of the scenes. The Walking Dead spin-offs continue to expand the franchise's universe, maintaining its presence in the entertainment industry.