CROATIA, BALKANS: Winter may have come and gone, but the stars of 'Game of Thrones' continue to shine. Many of the famous actors and actresses from 'Game of Thrones' had notable careers before appearing on the show.
Here's a glimpse of what some of the cast members have been up to since the show's controversial finale in 2019.
Lino Facioli as Robin Arryn
Lino Facioli, who portrayed the once-sickly and spoiled Robin Arryn, Lord of the Eyrie, Protector of the Vale, has grown up since his time on the show.
He has ditched his shaggy look for a more polished appearance with luscious locks. After 'Game of Thrones', Facioli starred in the Brazilian children's adventure movie 'O Menino no Espelho' (2014).
He has also been featured as quiz team member Dex Thompson on Netflix's 'Sex Education'.
Lena Headey as Cersei Lannister
Lena Headey, known for her portrayal of the cunning Cersei Lannister, one of the series' cruelest villains, has been busy since.
In 2019, she joined forces with Florence Pugh and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson for 'Fighting with My Family'.
Headey also appeared in 'Twist' (2021), a crime drama reimagining of Charles Dickens' classic 'Oliver Twist', and starred in the action thriller '9 Bullets' (2022) alongside Sam Worthington.
In her personal life, Headey married actor Marc Menchaca in 2022 after two years of dating. She shares a son, Wylie, with her ex-husband Peter Loughran and a daughter, Teddy, with her ex-partner Dan Cadan.
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Jaime Lannister
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, who portrayed the complex character Jaime 'Kingslayer' Lannister, received critical acclaim for his performance, earning two Emmy nominations for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series.
In 2023, he starred alongside Jennifer Garner in 'The Last Thing He Told Me', an Apple TV+ miniseries based on Laura Dave's best-selling novel of the same name.
Coster-Waldau is also set to star in Nick Cassavetes' 'God Is a Bullet' (2023), showcasing his continued presence in the entertainment industry.
Gwendoline Christie as Brienne of Tarth
Gwendoline Christie's remarkable portrayal of Brienne of Tarth propelled her from minor roles to lead roles in blockbuster films.
She graced the screen in movies like 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2' (2015) and 'Star Wars: Episode VIII — The Last Jedi' (2017).
'Game of Thrones' may have concluded, but Christie's career is thriving. In 2022, she made her mark on Netflix's 'Sandman' as Lucifer Morningstar, the ruler of Hell, and played a starring role in the highly acclaimed series 'Wednesday' as Larissa Weems.
Jack Gleeson as King Joffrey Baratheon
Jack Gleeson's portrayal of King Joffrey Baratheon earned him the love-hate admiration of fans. Despite being just 17 when he auditioned for the show, Gleeson spent four seasons bringing the vicious young king to life.
After his time on 'Thrones', Gleeson took a step back from acting but still appeared in a few projects.
He starred in the indie film 'Rebecca's Boyfriend' in 2021 and made appearances in two episodes of BBC Two's 'Out of Her Mind'.
Gleeson is set to make a return to the big screen alongside Liam Neeson in the Irish thriller 'In the Land of Saints and Sinners' (2023).
Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister
Peter Dinklage's portrayal of the clever and ridiculed Tyrion Lannister earned him four Emmy Awards for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series.
Following 'Game of Thrones', Dinklage joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in 2018, appearing in 'Avengers: Infinity War' as Eitri, the King of the Dwarves and the mastermind behind the Infinity Gauntlet and Stormbreaker.
In 2021, he starred alongside Rosamund Pike as mobster Roman Lunyov in the crime thriller 'I Care a Lot'. Dinklage also lent his voice to animated films like 'The Angry Birds Movie 2' (2019) and 'The Croods: A New Age' (2020), showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Sophie Turner as Sansa Stark
Sophie Turner's portrayal of Queen Sansa Stark, the resilient and fiery-haired elder sister to Arya, marked the beginning of her successful career.
After 'Game of Thrones', Turner took on the role of Jean Grey/Phoenix, a telekinetic mutant, in 'Dark Phoenix'.
In 2022, she graced the screen in the Heathers-inspired Netflix teen comedy 'Do Revenge'.
Turner made a remarkable return to HBO with an impressive performance in 'The Staircase'.
Maisie Williams as Arya Stark
Maisie Williams began her journey on 'Game of Thrones' at the young age of 14, embodying the fan-favorite Arya Stark.
Post-'GoT', Williams co-starred alongside Anya Taylor-Joy in 'The New Mutants' (2020).
In 2022, she appeared in the Hulu miniseries 'Pistol'. Williams is set to make her presence known in the Apple TV+ drama series 'The New Look'.
Kit Harington as Jon Snow
Kit Harington brought the brooding and heroic Jon Snow to life, leaving audiences with one of television's most iconic cliffhangers.
In 2020, Harington featured in the second season of Netflix's anthology series 'Criminal: UK' as Alex, a realtor accused of sexual assault.
He also joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Dane Whitman (pre-Black Knight) in 'Eternals' (2021). Harington is gearing up for his role in the upcoming biopic 'Mary's Monsters'.
Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen
Emilia Clarke's portrayal of the powerful heir to the Iron Throne, Daenerys Targaryen, earned her a massive following and multiple award nominations.
In 2019, Clarke revealed her personal journey, including two brain aneurysms, in an essay for The New Yorker.
She subsequently founded the charity SameYou, with a mission to increase access to neurorehabilitation for young individuals following brain injuries or strokes.
Isaac Hempstead Wright as Bran Stark
Isaac Hempstead Wright, who portrayed the enigmatic Three-Eyed Raven, Bran Stark, grew up on the set of 'Game of Thrones'.
Post-'GoT', he expressed his desire to relax, utilize his neuroscience degree from the University of Birmingham, and audition for roles when the opportunity arises.
In 2021, Hempstead Wright appeared in Neill Burger's sci-fi film 'Voyagers', where he played the level-headed character Edward, one of 30 teenage astronauts sent to colonize an exoplanet in the face of Earth's climate crisis.
