Ian Gelder: Game Of Thrones actor dies at 74 after being diagnosed with bile duct cancer

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The British actor, who played Kevan Lannister in the hit fantasy drama series, was diagnosed with bile duct cancer last December and died just after 1pm on Monday, His husband Ben Daniels said.

Games Of Thrones actor Ian Gelder has died at the age of 74. His death was announced by his husband, fellow actor Ben Daniels, who paid tribute to the 'kindest, most generous spirited and loving human being'. Daniels, 59, said Gelder was his 'absolute rock' during their relationship of more than 30 years. The British actor, who played Kevan Lannister in the hit fantasy drama series, was diagnosed with bile duct cancer last December and died just after 1pm on Monday, Daniels said.

He was the younger brother of Lord Tywin Lannister, and was one of his most loyal and trusted officers in the Lannister armies. After a noticeable absence, Gelder reprised his character in later seasons, meeting his demise in the final episode of season six. During his decades-long career, the actor also starred as Mr Dekker in Torchwood: Children Of Earth, as well as guest starring as Charles, the Librarian scholar in His Dark Materials, and Zellin in Doctor Who.

 

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