Hollywood actor Kit Harington revealed that he missed viewing the last season of the popular series ‘Game of Thrones’. Harington, known for his role as Jon Snow in the HBO fantasy show, shared that he opted for rehab during the airing of the final season in 2019. He acknowledged the importance of addressing his anxiety and alcohol addiction issues over promotional commitments for the show’s conclusion.
Kit Harington, in a conversation with co-star Peter Dinklage for ‘Variety’, disclosed that he chose to seek treatment as the first episode of the final season premiered, spending six weeks in rehab to focus on his sobriety. Despite the anticipation of press obligations, he prioritized his well-being, stating, “I’m checking out. I can’t do this.” Consequently, he did not watch the concluding season.
Following his rehab stint, Harington took a year off from work, but his plans were disrupted by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reflecting on the post-‘Game of Thrones’ period, he described it as a time of self-discovery and contemplation about his future in the industry. Harington admitted that his past work was often influenced by personal struggles, including his portrayal of Jon Snow.
