October 18th 2024.
In the second season of the hit show Game of Thrones, viewers were introduced to the young and innocent Gilly, played by actress Hannah Murray. But behind the scenes, Hannah was struggling with her own personal battles.
After rising to fame on the teen drama Skins, Hannah joined the Game of Thrones cast in 2012 and quickly became a beloved member of the ensemble. However, in her mid-20s, she found herself lured into a wellness cult which eventually led to her being sectioned.
It wasn't until after filming her scenes for the seventh season of Game of Thrones in 2016 and 2017 that Hannah's struggles came to light. In her upcoming memoir, titled The Make-Believe, she shares her deeply personal story, explaining, "It now feels vital to share."
Scheduled for release in either 2025 or 2026, The Make-Believe delves into the blurred line between reality and illusion, and the dangers of organizations that promise wellness. Hannah's experiences with the cult are just one aspect of her journey, as the book also explores the deceptive nature of the acting world and the way we all hide our vulnerabilities.
But despite her struggles, Hannah continued to act, appearing in the final season of Game of Thrones and a few other projects. She first became known to viewers as Cassie on Skins, and her eventual co-star on Game of Thrones, Joe Dempsie, played her love interest on the coming-of-age show.
Though their characters were often in separate storylines on Game of Thrones, Gilly and Samwell Tarly eventually found love and survived until the very end of the series. In real life, Hannah and Joe remained close friends and colleagues, demonstrating the strong bonds formed on set.
But in addition to her successful acting career, Hannah also used her platform to shed light on important issues. Both on Skins and Game of Thrones, her characters were used to bring attention to sensitive topics such as eating disorders, low self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts.
As fans eagerly anticipate the release of her memoir, Hannah's journey and behind-the-scenes life will be revealed in full detail. And for those who may be struggling with similar issues, support is always available through organizations like the Samaritans and PAPYRUS.
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