Game Of Thrones star Ian Gelder has tragically died after a battle with cancer at the age of 74.
The actor’s husband, Ben Daniels, announced the news Tuesday night when he took to Instagram to express his grief.
Ian, best known for playing Kevan Lannister in the legendary series, was diagnosed with bile duct cancer last December.
The couple had been together since 1993 after meeting while working together on a production of Joe Orton’s Entertaining Mr Sloane.
Ben wrote: “It is with enormous sadness and a huge heart broken into a million pieces that I leave this post to announce the passing of my beloved husband and life partner, Ian Gelder.
Game of Thrones star Ian Gelder has died aged 74 after a battle with cancer, as his husband pays emotional tribute
The actor’s husband, Ben Daniels, announced the news Tuesday night while taking to Instagram to express his grief.
‘Ian was diagnosed with bile duct cancer in December and passed away yesterday at 1:07 p.m.
“I had stopped working to be his carer, but none of us had any idea it would happen so quickly.”
Speaking about their strong relationship, Ben described Ian as his “absolute rock” and the “kindest, most generous, spirited and loving human being.”
He continued: ‘He was my absolute rock and we had been partners for over 30 years. If we weren’t together, we talked every day.
‘He was the kindest, most generous, spirited and loving human being. He was a wonderful actor and everyone who worked with him was moved by his heart and his light.
‘Honestly, I don’t know what I’ll do without him by my side. He faced his terrible illness so bravely, without self-pity. Ever.’
Sharing a selfie of the couple, she concluded: “He was extraordinary and will be greatly missed.” This photo was taken at Christmas after I got him out of the hospital and even though he had gone through the worst three weeks there, you can still see her joy and love shining off of her.
‘May you rest, my sweet Chianni. Xxxx’
The actor was diagnosed with bile duct cancer last December and died Tuesday afternoon.
Speaking about their strong relationship, Ben described Ian as his “absolute rock” and the “kindest, most generous, spirited and loving human being.”
In addition to his role as Kevan, which he returned for the fifth and sixth series after a three-year absence, he is also known for playing Mr. Dekker in Torchwood: Children of Earth.
Meanwhile, in 2019 he guest-starred as Librarian Scholar Charles in the BBC television series His Dark Materials and in 2020 he appeared as Zellin in Doctor Who.
Rushing to send their condolences to Ben, family and friends flooded the comments with messages of support.
Amanda Holden wrote: “Oh dear Ben” before adding “Sending you lots of love.”
American actor Matt Lanter wrote: ‘OMG Ben. There really are no words. All my love to you today. Praying for your peace and comfort. I love you friend.’
Actress Sarah Parish commented: ‘Oh darling. I’m so sorry to hear this. What a fabulous man he was. Sending you all my love, strength and prayers.”
