Game of Thrones actor Peter Vaughan dies

Game of Thrones actor Peter Vaughan has died aged 93.

Vaughan was best known for his roles as Maester Aemon Targaryen in Game of Thrones and as Harry Grout in the BBC sitcom, Porridge.

Vaughan also had many theatre and film roles, starring in the likes of Citizen Smith, Chancer, Brazil and Our Friends in the North. Receiving a BAFTA nomination for the latter.

His agent Sally Long-Innes released a statement earlier today:

“This is to confirm that very sadly Peter Vaughan passed away at approximately 10.30 this morning. He died peacefully with his family around him.”