Northern Ireland

Tributes to Game of Thrones and Derry Girls actor following sudden death

Andrew Dunbar, pictured on the set of HBO's Game of Thrones. Picture: The Extras Dept.
Andrew Dunbar, pictured on the set of HBO's Game of Thrones. Picture: The Extras Dept. Andrew Dunbar, pictured on the set of HBO's Game of Thrones. Picture: The Extras Dept.

A Co Antrim actor who appeared in shows including Game of Thrones and Derry Girls will be remembered for his "kind soul" following his sudden death.

Andrew Dunbar died at his east Belfast home on Christmas Eve, leaving loved ones and colleagues "shocked and saddened" at his passing.

The actor and DJ was originally from Portrush, and in recent years had appeared as an extra and in small roles on a number of shows shot in the North.

He is best-known for appearing as a double for villainous character Theon Greyjoy in fantasy hit Game of Thrones, as well as featuring as an extra throughout a number of seasons of the HBO show, the eighth and final season of which was screened earlier this year.

Andrew was also cast as a corrupt officer in police drama Line of Duty, and played a rebel character in Superman prequel series Krypton, which was shot in Belfast's Harbour Studios.

In Channel 4 comedy Derry Girls, Andrew featured in a scene where he was cornered and forced to endure notorious bore Uncle Colm.

The aspiring actor landed his roles through The Extras Dept. and a spokesperson for the group paid tribute to Andrew on social media.

"We have so many fond memories of the years Andrew worked with us," a statement read.

"He was so versatile we could cast him in anything. He was such a talented performer he would always end up being featured, and he was so adored that he was always requested by productions again and again."

The spokesperson added: "Most of all he'll be remembered by his kind soul and infectious personality.

Thank you for all you did for us Andrew. We will miss you dearly."

Andrew is survived by mother Edna, and brothers Alan and David. His funeral will take place at Ballywillan Presbyterian Church, Portrush, on Monday.