Daniel Portman
| Daniel Portman | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
13 February 1992 Glasgow, Scotland |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2010–present |
Daniel Portman (born 13 February 1992) is a Scottish actor. He is best known for his role as Podrick Payne in the HBO series Game of Thrones.
Early life
Portman, son of actor Ron Donachie, was born in Glasgow and raised in Strathbungo. He attended Shawlands Academy, where he was Head Boy in his final year. He played rugby for the school.[1] He earned an HNC in acting and performing at Reid Kerr College in Paisley.[2]
Career
Portman has been acting since he was 16 years old. His first role was in 2010's Outcast, in which where he starred as Paul. This was followed by a role in popular Scottish soap opera River City.[3] His second film role was a small part in Scottish comedy The Angel's Share. It was announced on 24 August 2011 that he was cast as Podrick Payne in the award-winning HBO fantasy drama series Game of Thrones.[4] He will continue to portray this role in Season 5.[5] His portrayal has received positive acclaim from fans on Twitter.[6]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Outcast | Paul |
| 2012 | The Angels' Share | Sniper's Pal 2 |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | River City | Darren |
| 2012–present | Game of Thrones | Podrick Payne |
Radio
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Mclevy | Tamggj |
References
- ↑ "Daniel Portman talks Podrick Payne". The truth.|accessdate=29 August 2012
- ↑ "Game of thrones has added another scot to its cast". The Scottish Sun. Retrieved 29 August 2012.
- ↑ "US acting star passes on drama tips". Paisly Daily Express. Retrieved 29 August 2012.
- ↑ "Daniel Portman cast as Podrick Payne in Game of Thrones". Retrieved 29 August 2012.
- ↑ "Game of Thrones season 5 filming kicks into high gear in Belfast". Retrieved 10 October 2014.
- ↑ "Game of Thrones: Daniel Portman On Podrick Saving Tyrion & Filming Blackwater". Retrieved 29 August 2012.