
British actor Ian Gelder, best known for his role as Kevan Lannister on the popular HBO series 'Game of Thrones,' passed away on Monday, May 6 at the age of 74 after battling cancer. Gelder's representative expressed deep sorrow at his passing, describing him as a 'beautiful man' and a 'fine actor' who will be greatly missed by his colleagues and fans.
Gelder's husband, Ben Daniels, revealed that the actor had been diagnosed with bile duct cancer in December. In a heartfelt online post, Daniels shared the devastating news of Gelder's passing, highlighting their enduring partnership of over 30 years and praising Gelder's kindness, generosity, and loving spirit.