Actor Darren Kent, well-known for his memorable performance in the epic television series ‘Game of Thrones’, passed away at the age of 39.
His talent agency, Carey Dodd Associates, confirmed his death in a statement on X (formerly known as Twitter) Tuesday.
Who was Darren Kent?
Born and raised in Essex, Darren Kent attended the prestigious Italia Conti in London. He graduated from the leading performing arts institution in 2007.
He got his first break in 2008 when he bagged a major acting role in the horror movie ‘Mirrors’.
One of his most prominent roles was in the Emmy-winning HBO series ‘Game of Thrones’. In the popular TV show, Kent captivated the audience with his performance as a goatherd in Slavers Bay.
A role ill be forever grateful for! Met some awesome friends #onset @gameofthrones #onset🎥🎬 #filmmaking #actorslifestyle🎬 @hbo
Photo Credit … the awesome… @KrisHanna pic.twitter.com/GzXl2yGtsY— Darren Kent (@darrenpaulkent) February 7, 2022
Darren Kent was recently seen in the 2023 film ‘Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ where he essayed the role of a reanimated corpse.
His additional credits include ‘Snow White and the Huntsman’, ‘Marshal’s Law’, ‘Bloody Cuts’, ‘The Frankenstein Chronicles’, ‘Blood Drive’ and ‘Birds Sorrow’ among others.
Kent’s versatile acting prowess was also evident in projects such as ‘Snow White and the Huntsman’, ‘Marshal’s Law’, ‘Bloody Cuts’, ‘The Frankenstein Chronicles’, ‘Blood Drive’, and ‘Birds Sorrow’, among others.
A cheeky collage of some of the roles i have played… bet you cant name the 6! I had to think twice lmfao #love #lovemyjob #onset🎥🎬 #filming #feature #ManOnAMission #makingwaves #watchthisspace #somethingbigiscoming #actorlife #series #movies #Action #superexcited #instagood… pic.twitter.com/GMj3M9uqxf
— Darren Kent (@darrenpaulkent) May 17, 2023
In 2012, Kent bagged the prestigious Van D’or Award for his role as Danny, a character suffering from a rare skin condition preventing him from exposure to sunlight, in the film ‘Sunny Boy.’
Like his character in the film, the late actor also battled with a skin disorder, in addition to osteoporosis and arthritis.
A man with a plan! pic.twitter.com/wQFrkct3xt
— Darren Kent (@darrenpaulkent) January 20, 2016
Kent was also an award-winning writer and director. according to Variety, he helmed the 2021 short film ‘You Know Me’, which earned him a January Award.
Darren Kent cause of death.
Darren Kent cause of death has not been disclosed, his death was announced by his talent agency Carey Dodd Associatesy, who wrote on Facebook: “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.”
Darren Kent illness
Darren Kent battled osteoporosis, arthritis and a very rare skin disorder throughout his career.
The actor was a patron of Equal People Performing Arts, a disability charity in his hometown Southend.
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