Game of Thrones actor dies on Christmas eve in his home

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Dunbar featured as an extra in a Game of Thrones episode, which received widespread critical acclaim

(Web Desk) - Andrew Dunbar, an actor who starred in multiple roles on the hit TV series Game of Thrones has died on Christman even in his home.

Andrew Dunbar, who was featured on the show in seasons six, seven and eight ‘died suddenly’ in his home in Belfast, Ireland, on Christmas Eve, Belfast. The extra, who worked as a body double for Theon Greyjoy actor Alfie Allen, reportedly died at his home in Belfast on 23 December. He was in his thirties. He was also featured as an extra in a Game of Thrones episode, which received widespread critical acclaim. 

Dunbar’s co-star and friend Andy McClay said: “Everyone always wanted Andrew. There was just something about him that was special. “People always felt good around him, happy, excited for the day’s work and there was always a lot of fun when he was around.”

A spokesperson for The Extras Dept, said: “To say we are shocked and saddened at the passing of Andrew Dunbar is an understatement. ‘We have so many fond memories of the years Andrew worked with us.

“He was so versatile we could cast him in anything, he was such a talented performer he would always end up being featured, and he was so adored that he was always requested by productions again and again.”

As well as Game of Thrones, Dunbar also appeared as an extra on shows including Line of Duty, Derry Girls and Krypton.

“But most of all he’ll be remembered by his kind soul and infectious personality,” the spokesperson for The Extras Dept said. “Thank you for all you did for us Andrew. We will miss you dearly.”