THE Walking Dead’s Chandler Riggs has reached out to fans from his hospital bed after being struck down with a mystery illness.

The 21-year-old actor played Carl Grimes in the hit AMC zombie drama from 2010 until 2018.

The Walking Dead’s Chandler Riggs has shared a snap from his hospital bed

On Wednesday, Chandler took to his Instagram page to share a picture of himself in a hospital bed.

Giving a thumbs up to the camera, Chandler wore a face mask and a hospital gown and had a number of drips and tubes in his hand and arm.

He captioned the shot: “we back”, with no further explanation for why he was needing medical attention.

Fans immediately reached out to the actor to check in on him, with one writing: “I’m so glad you’re OK I’ve been praying for you the whole night quick recovery send you good vibes.”

Another added: “I didn’t even know you were under the weather! Feel better buddy!”

Meanwhile a third commented: “Omg, what happened ?! I hope you get well soon !!”

Chandler left The Walking Dead in 2018 when Carl was killed off midway through season eight.

Carl died rescuing Siddiq from a pack of walkers, sustaining a zombie bite that went on to kill him.

The actor previously revealed he would love to return to the franchise in some wayCredit: Alamy

However, Chandler admitted back in August he’d very much be up for returning to the franchise, although it would be difficult to do.

Answering a fan’s question during an Instagram interview with Tommy DiDario, Chandler said of reprising the role of Carl: “Absolutely. It’s been a lot of fun.

“I don’t really see it happening in any current medium of the show, but maybe, hopefully, in something else,” he added.