Kristian Nairn, aka Hodor, on what drag taught him about acting and what he sees as Game of Thrones’ ‘special sauce’ Kristian Nairn as Hodor in Game of Thrones Kristian Nairn is best known for his role as the lumbering and loyal servant Hodor in Game of Thrones . He was one of the series’ most popular characters despite only uttering one word (repeatedly) during the series. He has now written a memoir, Beyond the Throne: Epic Journeys, Enduring Friendships, and Surprising Tales .
It weaves together anecdotes from filming HBO’s fantasy series and his own life story growing up as a young gay man in Belfast in the 1990s and becoming a drag queen and DJ before segueing into acting. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest news.
