Game of Thrones actor Darren Kent has sadly passed away at the age of 36.

The EastEnders actor’s agency confirmed that he died on Friday (August 11) with his parents and best friend at his side.

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“It is with deep sadness we have to tell you that our dear friend and client Darren Kent passed away peacefully on Friday,” his agency said in a statement (via Facebook). “His parents and best friend by his side. Our thoughts and love are with his family in this difficult time. Darren was not only a talented actor, director and writer, he was truly one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. It has been a privilege and pleasure to have been a part of his journey. RIP my friend.”

In Game of Thrones, he portrayed the character Goatherd in the season 4 finale of the hit HBO show.

The Mirror reports that throughout his life, he battled “osteoporosis, arthritis and an extremely rare skin disorder.”

Our condolences go out to Darren‘s friends, family, and loved ones. RIP.