Why Do People Hate Carl on The Walking Dead?

1 He Has Witnessed a Lot of Crazy Sh*t

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Over the last six years, Carl has seen most of the people closest to him die. Traumatizing much?!

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2 He Has to Kill His Own Mom

It doesn't get any more heartbreaking than this. Carl does what he needs to do, and the fact that he also happens to do us the favor of getting rid of (arguably) the most annoying character on the show is pretty commendable.

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3 He's Still Growing Up

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It's hard enough growing up with a zombie apocalypse happening, yet Carl manages to balance his chaotic childhood and keep most of his values and morals intact. There is that time he shoots a guy who is surrendering, but he gets past that phase. Impressive for a kid his age.

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4 He's a Hero

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Rick's prodigy has rescued quite a few characters on the show. Remember that time he saves his father's life before Shane is able to take him out in the first season? He has also protected Pastor Gabriel, Baby Judith, and Michonne. Don't underestimate this little badass.

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5 He's a Great Big Brother to Judith

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If there was an award for Best Big Bro of the ~~Year~~ Apocalypse, it would go to Carl.

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6 There's Plenty of Other Annoying Characters to Hate

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. . . Like Pastor Gabriel or the other scary guy with the horrible mullet who deserves to be written off simply because of that outdated hairstyle. Sorry, Eugene.

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7 He Lost His Eye

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Enough said.

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