Tag: GOT

GoT finale draws staggering 19.3 million viewers

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — The finale of “Game of Thrones” drew a staggering 19.3 million viewers in the US Sunday evening, cementing the fantasy epic’s status as the most watched television series in HBO history. The streaming service said the record number of viewers was across all platforms — HBO, HBO Go, and HBO NOW — and exceeded the previous series high of 18.4 million viewers set last week. “Season 8 of Game […]

‘Game of Thrones’ actor, UK’s tallest man, dies at 36

LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) – Game of Thrones” actor Neil Fingleton, who was named Britain’s tallest man, has died of suspected heart failure at 36, according to the London-based Tall Persons Club. Standing at 232.5 centimetres (seven feet and six inches), he was best known for his role of Mag The Mighty in an episode of the hit American television show. “Sadly it has come to our attention that Neil Fingleton, Britain’s Tallest man, passed […]

GOT withdrawal therapy

QUEZON City, Philippines (July 5) – It has been one week and I still can’t get over GOT. GOT for those who don’t know, stands for “Game of Thrones”. It is one of the most successful TV series, not only in the US, but, I daresay, in the world. I’m not here to dissect GOT’s success but to pour out my emotions regarding the last two episodes of its sixth season. In a previous article, […]