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I was pretty nervous when I met Robert Kirkman. It's very…

“I was pretty nervous when I met Robert Kirkman. It's very strange to meet someone who created you. Andrea [ from The Walking Dead] is still very much alive and kicking, seven years into the comic book, so to meet Robert and be like, "Hi, I'm Andrea," I had to just hope that he was happy with the…” quote by Laurie Holden
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“I was pretty nervous when I met Robert Kirkman. It's very strange to meet someone who created you. Andrea [ from The Walking Dead] is still very much alive and kicking, seven years into the comic book, so to meet Robert and be like, "Hi, I'm Andrea," I had to just hope that he was happy with the decision.”

Laurie Holden

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Meeting a creator can feel surreal, especially when the character you portray is still alive in the story; it blends professional admiration with personal identity.

In simple terms: Meeting your character's creator feels surreal.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the moment, respect the creator's vision.

Themes

identity creativity professionalism

Mood

reflective appreciative

Type

inspirational personal

When to use this quote

  • comic conventions
  • actor interviews
  • fan conventions
  • media events

Key Concepts

author-creator relationship character embodiment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does meeting a creator affect your performance?
  • What responsibilities arise when embodying a living character?
A Different Perspective

The creator may have different expectations for the character's future.

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