For years, fans have rooted for fan-favorite Daryl (Norman Reedus) to potentially pair off with Carol (Melissa McBride) or newer character Connie (Lauren Ridloff). But although they wouldn't make the best couple, they would absolutely make a great team in fighting against those awful zombies! Later we see Daryl carefully place the lucky acorn down in his room as he lies on his sofa with Dog, seemingly contemplating Carols words that he doesnt have to be alone. Weve seen him seriously consider leaving everyone else behind to run away to New Mexico with Carol. She chose her group, The Reapers, one of the most powerful groups on The Walking Dead,over him, which was devastating for both of them. She sporadically rambles about horror books and films on her website. Norman Reedus and Melissa McBride discuss that big The idea that they represent Carol and Daryl themselves is emphasized when Daryl says we have luck on our side and taps the pocket where the acorn resides. While Carol coped with her grief, Daryl stayed by her side and comforted her after she romantically split from Ezekiel. Ricks age has never been revealed in the comic, Mackiewicz said. Everyone involved in the show has spoken about how huge it will be for Daryl to get a love-interest, how its one of the most talked about aspects of the show. But, as of right now, it's clear they're struggling. TimesMojo is a social question-and-answer website where you can get all the answers to your questions. While Episode 21, "Diverge," does little to move The Walking Dead's overall plot forward, it showcases how Carol and Daryl individually deal with their fallout. 7 'Walking Dead' Characters Who Could Join Daryl in Europe - TV Insider After, it's clear Carol is very upset -- perhaps even more than Daryl -- about how things were left between the two of them and confesses that she misses him. Left to escape on their own, they shared intimate conversations about their lives, drank together, and seemed like a sweet couple out on the first date. Did Daryl love Beth? Mainly because of the relationship between Michonne and Rick and with Daryl's friendship between Rick since season one. But seeing Carol and Ezekiel together just really felt off and didn't seem too real. Please try again. With that said, for Rosita to . 'the Walking Dead': Daryl and Leah Were Never Going to Kiss - Insider He seemed to really warm to her after she sang for him, but then Beth was kidnapped before the Daryl and Beth hookup had a chance to happen. 'The Walking Dead' season 3 spoilers: Will Daryl and Carol ever hook up? Overall, "Diverged" depicts an underconfident, guilt-ridden side of Carol, one that fears Daryl won't be able to forgive her this time. You have to understand that Rick made mistakes just like Carol did after he had lost a child and even when he lost Lori. But had Maggie not had eyes for Glenn from the start, she and Daryl could have made a great pair. Who was this woman, out of nowhere, finally stripping Daryl out of his shell? Thus, Daryl and Leah are done, ending a highly controversial coupling.