Old Nan is a recurring character in the first season. She was played by Margaret John and debuts in "Lord Snow." Margaret John passed away on 2 February 2011, after the completion of filming for the first season. According to the writers the character passed away between the first and second season.[1] Old Nan is an elderly storyteller at Winterfell.
Biography
Background
Old Nan is an elderly woman living in Winterfell. She is a retired servant of House Stark known for her tale-telling abilities. She has entertained the children of Eddard and Catelyn with stories throughout their childhoods. Her great grandson Hodor is a stable hand at the castle.
Season 1
Old Nan sits by Bran’s bedside to watch him after his mother leaves for King’s Landing. She suggests the story of Duncan the Tall and Bran replies that he hates her stories but prefers the scary ones. She tells him about the long winter when the white walkers ventured south.[2] Theon Greyjoy interrupts another story and says that he would go mad if he was left alone with Old Nan.[3]
Appearances
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In the books
In the Song of Ice and Fire novels Old Nan is the oldest person living at Winterfell. She is a former wet-nurse and retainer who is effectively retired. However, she still tells stories and legends to the Stark children. Her only surviving family is her great-grandson, the gentle, slow-witted Hodor.
See also
References
- ↑ The North Remembers on Westeros.org (book spoilers)
- ↑ "Lord Snow"
- ↑ "Cripples, Bastards and Broken Things"
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