Madison Lintz
Madison Lintz (born May 11, 1999) is an American actress known for her roles as Sophia Peletier in the AMC post-apocalyptic television drama series The Walking Dead (2010–2012) and as Madeline "Maddie" Bosch in the streaming series Bosch (2015–2021) and its revival Bosch: Legacy (2022–2025).
Madison Lintz

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- Born
- 11 May 1999
- Birthplace
- Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
- Name
- Madison Lintz
- Occupation
- Actress
- Known for
- The Walking Dead, Parental Guidance, Bosch, Bosch: Legacy
- Nationality
- United States
- Education
- Covenant Christian Academy
- Languages
- English
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• Born — 11 May 1999 • Birthplace — Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. • Name — Madison Lintz • Occupation — Actress • Parents — * Kelly Collins Lintz • Marc Lintz • Relatives — * Mackenzie Lintz (sister) • Matt Lintz (brother) • Macsen Lintz (brother) • Years Active — 2005–present • Known for — The Walking Dead, Parental Guidance, Bosch, Bosch: Legacy
Career
Career
Lintz's acting career began when she was six years old, appearing in commercials as well as voice-overs. She appeared in the first two seasons of AMC's post-apocalyptic television series The Walking Dead, playing Carol Peletier's 12-year-old daughter Sophia. She has appeared in the television series Nashville and It's Supernatural. She played the supporting role of Maddie Bosch in the Amazon series Bosch from 2015 until the series ended in 2021, portraying the daughter of the titular character, Harry Bosch. Lintz reprised her role in the spinoff series, Bosch: Legacy, which premiered on Amazon Freevee on May 6, 2022. She appeared in the independent film titled Newbourne County (2011) and two 2012 films, Parental Guidance and After. In July 2025, it was announced that she will star in and executive produce "Eve Ronin," a TV series based on Lee Goldberg's bestselling series of novels.
Personal life
Personal life
Lintz was born on May 11, 1999, to Kelly Collins Lintz, an actress who played "white bread mom" in We're the Millers, and Marc Lintz, a real estate agent. Lintz's three siblings are Mackenzie, Matt, and Macsen. Her brothers have both appeared on The Walking Dead as Carol's adopted son Henry; Macsen played the young version of Henry from 2016 to 2018, and Matt played the older version of Henry from 2018 to 2019. In 2012, Lintz was living with her family in Alpharetta, Georgia, and was being home-schooled. She later attended Covenant Christian Academy. Madison married actor Jackie Kay in May 2019. https: www.instagram.com/madisonlintz?igsh=MTdqd2R3cjluM2R5Ng==
Filmography
Filmography
Film roles • Year — Title — Role — Notes • 2012 — After — Young Ana • 2012 — Parental Guidance — Ashley • 2018 — Along Came the Devil — Hannah • 2025 — Self-Help — Sophie Television roles • Year — Title — Role — Notes • 2010–2012 — The Walking Dead — Sophia Peletier — Recurring Role; 8 episodes • 2011 — It's Supernatural — Natalia • 2012 — Nashville — Dana Butler • 2012 — American Judy — Annie — Television movie • 2015–2021 — Bosch — Maddie Bosch — Main role; 64 episodes • 2022–2025 — Bosch: Legacy — Maddie Bosch — Main role; 30 episodes Video games • Year — Title — Voice role — Notes • 2023 — The Walking Dead: Destinies — Sophia Peletier / Female Woodbury Goon #1
Awards and nominations
• Year — Award — Category — Work — Result — References • 2013 — Young Artist Awards — Best Performance in a TV Series – Supporting Young Actress — The Walking Dead • 2016 — Young Artist Awards — Best Performance in a TV Series – Recurring Young Actress (14–21) — Bosch • 2021 — Saturn Awards — Best Performance by a Younger Actor on a Television Series

Madison Lintz ("Sophia") from "The Walking Dead" at Spooky Empire's Ultimate Horror Weekend 2014 held in Orlando, Florida.
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- 1.Madison Lintz as Sophia Peletier. AMC.
- 2.Brett, Jennifer. Life after zombie death: Getting role in Midler-Crystal comedy. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. D2. December 13, 2012.
- 3.Hinckley, David. Life-or-death decisions are a big deal as 'The Walking Dead' steps into season's second half. Daily News. 106. February 10, 2012.
- 4.Gettell, Oliver. Titus Welliver is back in first 'Bosch: Legacy' teaser — find out when the spin-off premieres. Entertainment Weekly. March 10, 2022.
- 5.Kotowski, Meghan. Lintz talks behind the scenes of 'Parental Guidance'. Gwinnett Daily Post. December 19, 2012.
- 6.Gingold, Michael. Madison Lintz Talks 'Walking Dead's' Sophia and 'After'. Fangoria. August 27, 2012.
- 7.Mendoza, Leia. Madison Lintz Set To Star in and Exec Produce Crime Series 'Eve Ronin'. Variety. 2025-07-12.
- 8.Legge, Lisa. Famous birthdays May 11; and: Adele's ex wants a little credit. St. Paul Pioneer Press. May 11, 2016.
- 9.Ho, Rodney. Alpharetta's Madison Lintz talks about 'Bosch' role, 'The Walking Dead,' Cheeky. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. April 25, 2017.
- 10.Stucka, Mike. Comic Con in Warner Robins melds fantasy with reality. The Telegraph. September 29, 2013.
- 11.Gebhardt, Ashley. An Interview with "Under the Dome" star Mackenzie Lintz. So Fetch Daily.
- 12.Bradley, Bill. 'Walking Dead' Delivers A Carol Easter Egg On Easter. Huffington Post. April 2, 2018.
- 13.The Walking Dead's Matt Lintz cast in Ms. Marvel series. Undead Walking. November 22, 2020.
- 14.34th Annual Young Artist Awards – Nominations / Special Awards. youngartistawards.org.
- 15.2016 Young Artist Awards » Young Artist Awards. youngartistawards.org.
- 16.Hipes, Patrick. Saturn Awards Nominations: 'Star Wars: Rise Of Skywalker', 'Tenet', 'Walking Dead', 'Outlander' Lead List. Deadline Hollywood. March 4, 2021.
- 17.Tartaglione, Nancy. Saturn Awards Winners: 'Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker' Leads With Five Prizes – Full List. Deadline Hollywood. October 27, 2021.
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