He also told TooFab in an on-camera interview, posted on Wednesday, that he did not "walk away" from Game of Thrones. My journey has been unorthodox in many ways. Your source for entertainment news, celebrities, celeb news, and ​celebrity gossip. Last month, Digital Spy also talked to Skrein about leaving Game of Thrones. "That's what been reported in the press but it was a lot more political than that," he said, in comments posted on Thursday. "In a lot of ways, I would have loved to have carried on and stayed working on that, because it's a fantastic TV series," he was quoted as saying. Entertainment Television, LLC A Division of NBCUniversal. We and our partners will store and/or access information on your device through the use of cookies and similar technologies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Trending Desk Last Updated: June 13, 2020, 18:23 IST Skrein had starred in three episodes of Game of Thrones in 2013, less than a year before he was cast as the younger version of Jason Statham's character Frank Martin in The Transporter Refueled, the fourth film in the action thriller franchise, which is set for release on Friday. "And from there I just said, 'Okay, look forward, be positive. Well, in case you were wondering what was up with the recasting, Skrein, 32, recently spoke out about it. ", READ: Still crying over Game of Thrones? However, in the fourth season of the series, he was replaced by Dutch actor Michiel Huisman. Find out more about how we use your information in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. In 2014, Skrein was cast in The Transporter: Refueled, replacing Jason Statham as the lead. © 2020 E! News about one of his newer projects, the superhero movie Deadpool. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. However, he told EW.com that contrary to reports, his participation in the movie was not the reason for his exit from the HBO series. The good news: “Game of Thrones” fans were never happy with British actor Ed Skrein in the role of Daario Naharis, and so in season four, he’s been replaced. HBO has not commented on the recasting of Daario. Ed Skrein, Game of Thrones' 1st Daario, Explains Why He Left the HBO Show—Find Out What He Said! The real reason Ed Skrein was removed from Game of Thrones cast was more ‘political’ than what you were led to believe While Ed Skrein played Daario Naharis in Game of Thrones … You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. Skrein recently talked to E! Though the film was critically panned, his performance was praised. ", "I've made a lifelong friend in Jacob Anderson, who plays Greyworm," he added. Politicking: Ed Skrein has insisted he left his plum role on Game Of Thrones due to behind the scenes intrigue He told TooFab : 'Contrary to reports I didn’t walk away. Skrein gave the following reply: “No. Ed Skrein, who originally essayed the character of Daario Naharis, was replaced by Dutch actor Michiel Huisman. In addition to being an actor, Skrein, a married father of one son, is also a rapper. Michiel Huisman replaced Ed Skrein as Daario Naharis in season 4 of Game of Thrones. Here's why the character was recast in the hit HBO series. Hey Game of Thrones fans, remember when they debuted the super studly English actor Ed Skrein as Daenerys Targaryen's potential love interest, Daario Naharis? He was replaced by Michiel Huisman in season 4 … I mean, it wasn’t. That's my mentality when things go well, so I stay grounded and not get to overwhelmed by the hype, and it's my mentality when the plans change.". "But the most important thing in my life is my family, so each project is important but only to a point.". PHOTOS: Ranking the 30 most important deaths on Game of Thrones, READ: You will never believe who almost played Jon Snow on, PHOTOS: Ranking the 30 most important deaths on. All rights reserved. Skrein portrayed Daario Naharis in the third season of the television series Game of Thrones. And remember how, at the start of the following season 4, they replaced him with the also super studly, but different super studly Dutch actor Michiel Huisman, 34? Read all the best theories on why [SPOILER] isn't truly dead. Not a bad gig after a short-lived recurring role on Game of Thrones! By Kara Hedash Mar 14, 2019 Actor Michiel Huisman took over the role of Daario Naharis from Ed Skrein in Game of Thrones season 4 - but what was the real reason behind the recast? READ: You will never believe who almost played Jon Snow on Game of Thrones. "I never really look back. EW reporter, Joe McGovern asked Ed Skrein straight out about his departure from Game of Thrones, asking if it really had to do with his role in The Transporter Refueled. And remember how after they did that, we were basically expected to be like, "Yeah, that makes sense. "It was a wonderful experience, but politics led to us parting ways," Skrein told EW.com. I would have loved to.". "My plan was to stay with Game of Thrones for the long haul. I wouldn’t walk away. When we heard about Skrein being recast in August of last year, we were fairly surprised. ‘Game Of Thrones’ Actor Ed Skrein Shoots Down Reports He Walked Away From Show But he’s not looking back. They totally look alike, let's move on," except that NO, they totally don't—they look nothing alike...but we're just going to suspend our disbelief because we love Game of Thrones and we don't question greatness? All I do is count my blessings and try to be as present as I can and I'm thankful for every step of this journey. "It's an incredible crew that I worked with. That was always my plan. Watch the interview below. Check out the hottest fashion, photos, movies and TV shows! Skrein states that it was not his choice to leave the show. Keep calm and carry on.' That’s what been reported in the … HuffPost is part of Verizon Media. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. "This is a complicated industry and there's always politics involved," he said.