Jack Gleason did NOT get bullied out of the business. That is misinformation that spread after the show aired, generally by people who did not watch the show when the show first aired. Jack Gleason had no bad experiences and was not bullied while he was on the show. Fans LOVED to hate Joffrey and were able to separate the character from the actor and give praise to the actor. He quit acting because he wanted to be a humanitarian and help people and devote his time to doing that. He was a young guy who valued his education and didn’t see himself as an career industry actor. He gave ab interview and explained this after his characters death. That being said, he got married not too long ago and recently came back to act for one role and so it’s possible we may see more of him. Jack Gleason also gave an interview more recently where he touched on the weird rumors about him being bullied and said that wasn’t true and that he’s had not one bad interaction and has had nothing but lovely interactions with fans. The dude is known for being a great guy in real life and really nice.
They really did a great job of making Joffrey's death extra satisfying. He was so f**king obnoxious in this episode. As someone who loves Tyrion, it was really hard to watch him be humiliated like that. And of course, I felt for Sansa as well.
🏆 *Jack Gleason* as Geoffrey Baratheon is a phenomenal actor! So are *Iwan Rheon* as Ramsay Snow/Bolton and *Alfie Allen* as Theon Greyjoy. It's always easier to act as the hero and good guy but to be convincing as a truly scary baddie or tortured hero is way harder. They should've gotten more accolades and awards!
At this point millions of people jumped to their feet celebrating a child's death. Huge shout out to Jack Gleeson for his portrayal of Joffrey. Phenomenal job, I don't think there was a single person watching it who was not happy about it. Another great episode, great writing and acting, so many great dialogues. Olenna and Tywin, Oberyn and Tywin + Cersei, really great job all around.
The king's sons are his principal heirs in order of seniority, followed by his brothers in order of seniority. Because Joffrey was childless, the next in line is his brother Tommen. The king's wife is not in the line of succession, and their marriage hadn't been consummated anyway.
I’m glad Jack has got back into acting after a little hiatus. He had a couple of projects last year, I’m looking forward to what he puts out in the future!
So many great, small moments/interactions between characters at the wedding.. ..though it is Mace Tyrell who has the most interesting storyline..lol If I was an actor during that wedding sequence, there is no way I'd be able to keep a straight face through it all.. The band that Joffrey throws coins at while Margery is intently listening, is an amazing Icelandic band called Sigur ros, for those who didn't know.. They do the version of "The Rains of Castamere" that is heard in the end credits.. XO
The wedding feast is such a good scene for the audience to see each character -Tyrells; Margaery show that she was ambitious but here, she show us that she doesnt enjoy such cruel acts. Several times, she look disgust by Joffrey actions. She even tried several times, break the tensions. Lady Olenna did sympathized with Sansa and she didnt approved Joffrey actions. This shows that Tyrells are ambitious and dubious, but they are not cruel. -Martells; Oberyn show us that he is witty and like a viper (his nickname) played with Tywin and Cersei till reveal his fangs. cornered both in certain places and revealing that Martells didnt forgot what Lannisters did to them. Later, Oberyn and Ellaria are surprised by Joffrey actions and didnt approved any of them -Lannisters; Tywin in the beginning did enjoy the dwarf play, till it become disrespectaful to point that even Lannister house was offended. But what he could do in public? Nothing. Perhaps we was waiting for Margaery to step in, like she did... we could see a releaf in his face, once Margaery broke the tension. He may not like Tyrion, but Joffrey was public shaming House Lannister by attacking one of its members; Tommen was a kid, and innocently he didnt understood how dangerous the play was. Till Tyrion show him a straight face. Cersei was the only one really enjoying the play and Joffrey behaver towards Tyrion. This show us how cruel and ruthless she is. No wonder Joffrey become what he trully was; Joffrey didnt understood any of his actions and behaver or how dangerous it was. He publicaly humiliate almost every big noble houses, and assume he could run clean, because he was the king. He need it to be stopped or else things could get worst. A possible war against the Tyrells could happen, if he mistreated Margaery, He could killed Tyrion or Tywin... there was so many things Joffrey could had done if he was alive. Joffrey was not such a sadist, he also was a tyrant.
Stannis's brother in law was attempting to make peace with the Lannisters without checking with Stannis in the book. He was also the hand at this time. Its after the burning that Davis gets the job. Kinda wish they had kept that for the show. Its more satisfying then "he was an infedel."
I just watched your Prometheus reaction so it’s funny you mentioned in this reaction post that you are having Alien dreams. That movie always freaks me out too. I digress The delivery of “Who’s Tansy?” Then Blake’s audible snicker had me laughing so hard for some reason. And “pigeon” is what Igli heard instead of Pig Shit. 😂 I’m maybe loopy due to lack of sleep but your reaction this week was chock full of laughs for me for the most random reasons. Papa Bolton lettin Ramsay know his place… The head games… I can’t say it’s understandable why Ramsay is the way he is but it makes some sense And the “Yo” “ No one help him” “No one help him” “Let’s goooooo!!!” delivery… That also took me out! Oh and YES Gleason really was such an amazing talent at such a young age. It’s crazy how gifted he is as an actor because in his interviews he seems so genuinely sweet
I watched a video of Jack answering questions at University College Dublin and it was kinda jarring how un-Joffrey like he was, LOL. And I've seen interviews with the cast where they give Joffrey as the character who died that they would bring back, simply because they miss working with Jack.