Kit Harington
Actor
Born December 26, 1986 in Acton, United Kingdom (40 years old)
Theatre
Christopher Catesby Harington, known professionally as Kit Harington, is an English actor. He is best known for his role as Jon Snow in the HBO fantasy television series Game of Thrones (2011–2019), for which he received a Golden Globe nomination and two nominations for Primetime Emmy Awards and Critics' Choice Television Awards.
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Career Trajectory
Trained at one of Britain's most prestigious drama conservatories, Harington built early experience in regional theatre and television before his casting as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones transformed him into a global television icon. Following the series' conclusion, he has methodically returned to the stage—the foundation of his training—to establish himself as a serious dramatic actor capable of commanding complex classical and contemporary roles with physical commitment and emotional depth.
Career Highlight
Portrayed Jon Snow in HBO's Game of Thrones (2011–2019), one of the most-watched television series in history, spanning eight seasons
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- Actor
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Born
- 1986 · Acton, United Kingdom
Training & Education
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
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