‘Game of Thrones’ Star Kit Harington Talks About Doing A Lot of Nudity Right Now
Kit Harington and Peter Dinklage reunited for the first time in seven years for a wide-ranging conversation reflecting on life after ‘Game of Thrones’, according to Variety. During their candid discussion, the actors touched on topics such as aging, sobriety, and their careers following the conclusion of the hit HBO series in 2019.
Among the personal topics discussed, one notable moment occurred when Harington opened up about his recent work involving more explicit material than he had previously encountered.
Now 39 and starring in HBO’s ‘Industry’, Harington revealed that he has been frequently cast in roles that require nudity and sex scenes. During his conversation with Dinklage, he acknowledged that this trend has become increasingly apparent in his recent projects.
“I’m weirdly doing a lot of nudity at the moment, and sex scenes,” Harington shared. He further reflected on whether he wants to continue down this path long-term, stating, “The more I do it, the more I think, ‘I think I should stop.’ I’ve got to start thinking about my kids, like, ‘Why is Daddy always naked on-screen?’”
The actor, who is best known for his role as Jon Snow in ‘Game of Thrones’, mentioned that this shift feels different now that he is a parent. He shares children with actor Rose Leslie, who also starred in ‘Game of Thrones’. Harington suggested that his growing family life is influencing his perspective on on-screen intimacy and exposure.
Dinklage responded to Harington’s comments with humor, lightening the mood while also normalizing the topic. The two actors joked about how nudity in film and television is often perceived differently depending on the context and character. Dinklage dismissed the notion that it should be a significant concern, framing it as something that actors and audiences tend to overthink.
The conversation also highlighted how much both actors’ lives have changed since ‘Game of Thrones’ ended. Harington revealed that after the series finale, he entered rehab and took time off from acting to focus on his mental health and sobriety, describing the period as essential for resetting his life and career after years of intense fame.
Since returning to work, Harington has embraced roles that allow him to explore diverse characters, including more emotionally complex and contemporary stories like ‘Industry’. However, his recent comments suggest that he is now more conscious of how far he is willing to go regarding on-screen exposure.
Dinklage, who portrayed Tyrion Lannister in ‘Game of Thrones’ and earned multiple Emmy Awards for his performance, reflected on how the industry often typecasts actors after major franchises. Both actors discussed how their careers have evolved in unexpected ways since leaving Westeros behind.
Despite the serious topics, the reunion maintained a relaxed and familiar tone, with both men joking about their shared history and the unique experience of growing up on one of television’s biggest shows.
Harington’s remarks about nudity provided one of the most candid moments of the conversation, emphasizing how his perspective on acting has transformed over time, particularly as his personal life and professional choices continue to evolve.
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