The Walking Dead's series finale saw several characters survive against all odds, including Father Gabriel, Eugene, Annie, Elijah, Jerry, Aaron, and Carol. In the past, The Walking Dead was known for killing off main characters, but these characters managed to make it through the final season. Father Gabriel and Eugene were initially introduced as cowardly characters but developed into valuable members of Alexandria. Negan's redemption arc continued with his wife Annie surviving, while Elijah found love with Lydia. Jerry and Aaron also survived, despite expectations that they would meet a tragic end. Finally, Carol narrowly escaped death in the show's final season.