what game of thrones actor died recently
Game of Thrones Actor Dies Days into Filming New Season Tragedy has struck the set of Game of Thrones as a recently cast actor, playing the oldest Night's Watch member, has died. 86-year-old Irish actor J.J. Murphy, recently cast on Game of Thrones, died this past Friday four days into shooting scenes for Season 5. Murphy was playing the role of Ser Denys Mallister, the oldest member of the Night's Watch. âWe will not be recasting J.J. Murphy. 'Game of Thrones' Actor Peter Vaughan Dies at Age 93 'Game of Thrones' Actor Peter Vaughan Dies at Age 93. Veteran actor Peter Vaughan, who starred in television, movies, and stage productions for seven decades, has died at the age of 93. His agent, Sally Long-Innes, said in a statement, This is to confirm that very sadly Peter Vaughan has passed away at approximately 10.30 [GMT] this morning.