Edward George "Ed" Skrein (born 29 March 1983) is a British actor and musician. In his music career he has worked with Asian Dub Foundation and Plan B. He has recently transitioned into acting, appearing in Plan B's movie Ill Manors.
In Game of Thrones Skrein played the role of Daario Naharis in the third season. He was announced in the role on August 20, 2012.[1]
Skrein was in a gang until he was 17 years old, when he was stabbed and nearly died, after which he quit it altogether.[2]
He will not return for the fourth season. Michiel Huisman will take over the role of Daario.[3]
Skrein apparently left Game of Thrones because he has been cast as the lead role in a reboot of the Transporter action film franchise.[4]
Credits
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References
- ↑ August 20, 2012. Daario Naharis and Grey Worm Cast. Winter is Coming.net.
- ↑ [1]
- ↑ Winter Is Coming
- ↑ Variety.com