Lew Temple

Lew Temple gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Axel on AMC’s critically acclaimed series ‘The Walking Dead,’ appearing in 8 episodes during its third season (2012-2013). Prior to his distinguished acting career, Temple developed a disciplined professional background in baseball, playing in Minor League Baseball for both the Seattle Mariners and the Houston Astros. He further served as Assistant Director of Minor Leagues and Scouting for the Astros system until 1993. His entry into the entertainment industry commenced on the stage of Houston’s Alley Theatre, where he collaborated with notable artists such as Vanessa Redgrave.

Audiences can anticipate his performance as Billy ‘Hurricane’ Hodges in the upcoming film ‘Dorothea’ (2025).