Khary Payton played King Ezekiel in “The Walking Dead.” Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images/AMC Networks/Entertainment One/20th Television

“The Walking Dead” actor Khary Payton introduced his 11-year-old transgender son Karter to the world in a heartfelt Instagram post.

In the post shared on Tuesday, Payton put up a photo of Karter and wrote: “This my kid. One of the most happy, well-adjusted individuals I’ve ever known. My son, Karter. Karter with a K because it reminded him of my name. He chose it.

“You see, he was born female but has always identified as a boy. He thought it would be cool if I announced it on social media. I told him that there would be so many supporters but also a lot of jerks who would be harsh. He said, ‘Yeah, I know about trolls, daddy. I can handle trolls.'”

Payton, who plays King Ezekiel in “The Walking Dead,” continued: “Man, there is nothing more beautiful than watching your child feel the joy of exploring what it means to be true to themselves. This is his journey, and I am here for it. I hope you all have the opportunity to feel the unquenchable love that I am feeling right now.”

His wife Stacy Reed Payton, posted similar sentiments to her own Instagram, writing: “When he was born we thought he was a girl. We were mistaken. He is a boy. A smart, funny, brave, loving, magnificent boy.”

“I am so incredibly proud of him and feel blessed every single day to be his mama,” Reed Payton wrote.

Payton’s “The Walking Dead” costar Samantha Morton, who played Alpa in the show, commented her support on his Instagram: “Karter we love you! You are incredible.”

Meanwhile, Mark Hamill tweeted Payton his love for Karter:

And Reno Wilson, who starred in CBS’ “Mike & Molly,” commented: “These kids are truly Amazing!! Teaching us how to be human on the regular! Let’s go Karter!”