The Walking Dead: 10 Characters Who Died At The Wrong Time

10. Jessie Anderson

Introduced as a member of the so-called "safe haven" Alexandria in the show's fifth season, Jessie was a strong woman trapped in an abusive marriage, struggling to connect with her two sons whilst the world changed dramatically around them. 

Eventually, Jessie also became a potential love interest for Rick, living as a sort of hopeful symbol for the life he wanted. She was saved from her awful husband and even started to get through to her kids. All seemed well, and Jessie was growing into quite the compelling figure - but this The Walking Dead, where good things don't last.

In season six, Jessie is devoured by a walker horde along with her youngest son, breaking Rick's heart. It was a cruel, avoidable death - why did that damn kid not shut up? - that helped send Rick into a rage that rallied the rest of Alexandria together, but it was also a shame.

Jessie's story still had plenty of juice left, as did her relationship with Rick (soon to end up with Michonne). That she's never really mentioned again just adds insult to injury.