Melissa Suzanne McBride (born May 23, 1965) is an American actress and former casting director, best known for her role as Carol Peletier on the AMC series The Walking Dead. McBride has garnered critical acclaim and received multiple awards and nominations for her role on the show. She began her acting career as a guest star in minor roles on television series, and in supporting roles in made-for-television films, before becoming a casting director.