Game of Thrones star and Dr Feelgood legend Wilko Johnson has died
The iconic musician played Illyn Payne in the HBO hit as well as being part of the rock band from 1971-77.Johnson played Illyn Payne in fantasy series Game of ThronesCredit: Getty
A statement from the band said: "This is the announcement we never wanted to make, & we do so with a very heavy heart: Wilko Johnson has died. "He passed away at home on Monday 21st November. Thank you for respecting the family's privacy at this very sad time.Born John Peter Wilkinson, he was a leading light of the punk movement in the '70s as the original lead guitarist for the Essex pub rock band.
After leaving the band in 1977 he joined Ian Dury and the Blockheads from 1980-82, before setting up the Wilko Johnson Band, which continues to this day. He made his TV acting debut in 2011 in the first series of world-renowned fantasy show Game of Thrones.He will be best remembered in that role for being the man who killed off Sean Bean's character Ned Stark in a shocking twist at the end of the first season.
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