UFC fighter Conor McGregor is reportedly confirmed as appearing in season seven of Game Of Thrones.
The lightweight champion will play a cameo role in the hit show’s penultimate series, according to reliable fan site Watchers On The Wall.
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After rumours circulated that Conor was set to star in the show, UFC president Dana White seemed to confirm the role during an appearance on Fox Sports Live.
He said: “I knew that a few months ago that they were interested in putting him in the show,” adding “And I’m glad he did it. It’ll be great.”
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A source told Watchers On The Wall that the UFC champion will play a pirate belonging to Euron Greyjoy’s crew, on the ship Silence.
The announcement was met with a mixed reaction by fans.
What business has Conor McGregor got to be in Game of Thrones? None. Absolutely none.
— Jessica Knight ღ (@JessTea93_) December 9, 2016
"Conor Mcgregor cast as villain in Game of Thrones season 7". Not sure how I feel about this.
— Miguel (@Carlo_Darx) December 9, 2016
I can't express how excited I am that two of my favourite things are going to collide. Conor McGregor and Game of Thrones 👀
— Andy Emery (@AndyEmeryy) December 9, 2016
But fans who are worried about his acting credentials, the part is expected to be limited to a cameo.
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