Game of Thrones star Darren Kent has died aged 36.
Darren Kent played Goatherd in a 2014 episode of Game of Thrones, as well as holding brief roles in TV programmes Green Fingers and Malpractice.
He also appeared in episodes of EastEnders and earlier this year played a corpse in Dungeons and Dragons: Honour Among Thieves.
Darren Kent played his first acting role in 2008 film Mirrors, starring Ben Carson, and later won Best Actor award in 2012’s Van D’or awards ceremony for the character Danny in the movie Sunnyboy.
It was announced on Facebook by his talent agency Carey Dodd Associates: ‘It is with deep sadness we have to tell you that our dear friend and client Darren Kent passed away peacefully on Friday.
‘His parents and best friend by his side. Our thoughts and love are with his family in this difficult time.
‘Darren was not only a talented actor, director and writer, he was truly one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.
‘It has been a privilege and pleasure to have been a part of his journey. RIP my friend.’
Kent suffered from osteoporosis, arthritis and a rare skin disorder early in his career. His cause of death has not been confirmed.