The cast of Game of Thrones, which premiered in 2011, has since transformed into the most-watched HBO series of all time. The show, adapted from George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire novel saga, attracted a dedicated audience in its first season but continued to gain viewership each year as it became a pop culture phenomenon. The cast, including Peter Dinklage, Lena Headey, and Sean Bean, gained popularity through their performances and roles in major franchises. Dinkledage won four Emmys and was nominated for all eight seasons of the show. He has also had a successful voice acting career and is married to musician Peter Loughran.