'Game of Thrones' actor Andrew Dunbar dies at home on Christmas Eve

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'Game of Thrones' actor Andrew Dunbar dies at home on Christmas Eve

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(Web Desk) – Andrew Dunbar, an actor based in Belfast who appeared as an extra on "Game of Thrones," died suddenly in his home on December 23.

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 Live reports.

A spokesperson for The Extras Department, an agency for acting extras in Ireland, confirmed Dunbar’s death to Belfast Live. He was in his 30s.

Friend and co-star Andy McClay told the publication there was “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,” McClay told Belfast Live. 

 

 

 

 

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Initially I wasn’t going to post anything but now I see the value in everyone sharing their thoughts on the loss of a good friend Andrew Dunbar, who died on Christmas Eve. It’s good and healthy for us to share our memories of him and to know we are not alone in our grief. I have found it comforting to read what everyone has been posting in the past few days. For me, it really is simple. He made me smile, he made me laugh and he made me think. He was just so damn loveable. I saw him only a week ago and we hugged as he left. I’m grateful for that hug and I am grateful to have known him. I am sorry for the people who are grieving tonight and sorry for the people who never got a chance to meet him. He was one of the good ones. Look after each other. If you need help, please talk to someone. Anyone. You are never alone.

A post shared by Graham Smith (@grahamsmith) on Dec 26, 2019 at 4:03pm PST

Dunbar was Alfie Allen’s body double for the character Theon Greyjoy.

He was also featured as an extra in the Game of Thrones episode Battle of the B*******, which received widespread critical acclaim.