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    Home / News / Entertainment News / 'Game of Thrones' actor Ian Gelder (74) succumbs to cancer
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    'Game of Thrones' actor Ian Gelder (74) succumbs to cancer
    Ian Gelder, 'Game of Thrones' actor, dies at 74

    'Game of Thrones' actor Ian Gelder (74) succumbs to cancer

    By Tanvi Gupta
    May 08, 2024
    10:20 am

    What's the story

    Renowned British actor Ian Gelder, known for his role as Kevan Lannister in HBO's Game of Thrones, passed away on Monday. He was 74.

    The news was confirmed by his husband, fellow actor Ben Daniels, on social media.

    In his long heartfelt post, Daniels revealed that Gelder had been battling bile duct cancer since December.

    He referred to Gelder as his "absolute rock," acknowledging their partnership spanning over three decades.

    May he rest in peace.

    Tribute

    'He was remarkable and will be so missed'

    In his post, Daniels praised Gelder's kindness, generosity, and talent in his tribute, stating that anyone who had the opportunity to work with him was touched by his warmth and light.

    He further mentioned, "I honestly don't know what I'll do without him by my side. He coped with his dreadful illness with such bravery, with no self-pity. Ever. He was remarkable and will be so missed."

    Twitter Post

    Here's the full statement from Daniels

    A statement from Ben Daniels on the passing of his husband, Ian Gelder:https://t.co/TRswII79tZpic.twitter.com/jBJoMUmv9n

    — best of ben daniels (@bestbendaniels) May 7, 2024

    Career

    Gelder's prolific television career remembered

    Beyond GoT, Gelder had an extensive television career that began in 1972.

    He made guest appearances on several popular shows including Poirot, Absolutely Fabulous, EastEnders, and Doctor Who.

    Gelder also featured in five episodes of the BBC sci-fi series Torchwood and was a regular in the horror film series, Dark Ditties.

    His management team expressed its sorrow at his passing, stating that "the world will be a lesser place without him in it."

    Breakthrough role

    His breakthrough role: 'GoT'

    Gelder's portrayal of Lannister in Game of Thrones captivated audiences worldwide when he first graced the screen in 2011.

    After a three-year hiatus, Gelder returned to the HBO series in Seasons 5 and 6, reprising his role.

    His character's journey spanned 12 episodes until his tragic demise, marked by Cersei Lannister's orchestrated explosion in the series finale.

    Legacy

    Gelder's stage career and legacy: A brief look

    Gelder's talent also extended to the stage.

    The Royal Shakespeare Company, located in Stratford-upon-Avon, paid homage to him on social media, lauding him as "one of the most kind and gentle people in the business."

    They highlighted his regular appearances on their stage since the 1970s, where he played characters such as Antonio in The Merchant of Venice and Clarence in Richard III.

    His passing leaves a void in both the television and theater industries.

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