Why it's trending
A combination of two recent events: Lauren Cohan definitively shutting down Maggie/Negan romance rumors at Comic-Con, countered by Morgan's playful disagreement, and his omission of Paul Rudd from a superhero list that went viral on social media.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan is making headlines for two separate lighthearted comments. At San Diego Comic-Con in July 2026, the 'Walking Dead' star appeared on a panel for 'Dead City' where co-star Lauren Cohan definitively stated that Maggie and Negan will not become romantically involved, calling their current dynamic 'much better.' Morgan immediately countered, 'I'm gonna say yes!' prompting cheers from the audience, as reported by Entertainment Weekly.
In a separate interview with Entertainment Weekly, Morgan crafted a 'Superhero Mount Rushmore' that notably excluded Paul Rudd. The joke sparked a social media wave, with fans threatening to uninvite Morgan from Thanksgiving. The two incidents highlight Morgan's playful public persona and his ability to generate buzz around his projects.
The 'Dead City' romance speculation has been ongoing among fans, despite the characters' history—Negan brutally killed Maggie's husband Glenn with a baseball bat in Season 6 of 'The Walking Dead.' Cohan's firm denial at Comic-Con reinforces the show's focus on an adversarial partnership rather than a romantic one. Meanwhile, a fan theory from ScreenRant suggests that a character in 'Dead City' named Dillard may only exist in Negan's mind, adding another layer to fan discussions.
Morgan's comments, though seemingly offhand, keep the actors and their shows in the spotlight. With 'Dead City' season 3 airing and the actor known for his charismatic performances, his reactions ensure continued fan engagement. Whether the romance rumor resurfaces or the superhero list remains a meme, Morgan's social media presence ensures he stays trending.
Timeline
- Comic-Con Panel on Dead City
Lauren Cohan shuts down Maggie/Negan romance rumors; Jeffrey Dean Morgan jokingly disagrees, saying 'I'm gonna say yes!' (Entertainment Weekly via Undead Walking).
- Superhero Mount Rushmore Interview
In an Entertainment Weekly interview, Morgan excludes Paul Rudd from his superhero Mount Rushmore, prompting a humorous 'uninvited from Thanksgiving' trend.
- Fan Theory on Negan's Imaginary Friend
ScreenRant proposes that the character Dillard in Dead City may only exist in Negan's mind, adding depth to Morgan's role.
Questions people ask
Is Maggie and Negan romance happening in Dead City?
No, according to Lauren Cohan at Comic-Con July 2026. She stated it's not happening, though Jeffrey Dean Morgan jokingly said yes.
Why is Jeffrey Dean Morgan trending?
He trended for two reasons: his Comic-Con comment about Maggie/Negan romance and his omission of Paul Rudd from a superhero Mount Rushmore list.
What did Jeffrey Dean Morgan say about Paul Rudd?
He didn't include Paul Rudd in his top four superheroes, sparking a humorous Thanksgiving-themed backlash.
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