A wise-beyond-his-years Bran Stark, an intuitive Three-Eyed Raven and an impossibly mature King of the Iron Throne—all these iconic characters were brought to life by one talented actor—Isaac Hempstead Wright. It’s hard to believe that all of this is the work of a 23-year-old actor!
The Childhood of a Prodigy
Born on April 9, 1999, in Surrey, England, Isaac Hempstead Wright was always destined to be in the world of show business. He started acting with local theater productions at the age of seven, appearing in plays and musicals such as Bugsy Malone and Sweeney Todd.
At the tender age of 11, he was spotted by a casting director who thought he was perfect for the role of Bran Stark, the crippled child of Eddard Stark in Game of Thrones. Isaac was spotted in an adaptation of the classic Shakespeare play ‘A Winter’s Tale’, which impressed the producers greatly.
Becoming the Star of Game of Thrones
Isaac Hempstead Wright’s technical acting abilities and his immense understanding and memory of his lines propelled him from relative obscurity to a breakout star in television. He won the hearts of Game of Thrones fans everywhere as the intelligent and wise Bran Stark. Fortunately for Bran Stark fans, Isaac avoided any major pitfalls that come with the role of a child star—none of which were more apparent than his success in school.
The Transformative Role
The transition of Bran Stark into the Three-Eyed Raven was a game-changing moment in Game of Thrones as Bran Stark went from being a wise-cracking child to a wise-beyond-his-years mentor. He was required to learn several new skills and act a lot differently, from his physicality to his vocal delivery and facial expressions. Isaac Hempstead Wright truly embodied the character with ease, shocking fans with his portrayal of the hero.
Calm, Collected and Focused
Despite his young age, Isaac Hempstead Wright was known for being incredibly focused and composed on set, never getting rattled by the stress or chaos around him. He was unfazed by the sight of noisy crowds and camera flashes, always making sure he delivered his lines perfectly every single time.
Despite all this, Isaac never lost sight of his true self, making sure he was always humble, gracious, and polite to everyone he worked with.
Enduring Fame and Worldwide Acclaim
Today, Isaac Hempstead Wright is the recipient of multiple awards, including the Rising Star Award at the Young Artist Awards in 2014 and the Boy of the Decade Award at the Kids Choice Awards in 2019. He is one of the most sought-after actors in the industry with countless offers from directors, producers and other actors.
Isaac Hempstead Wright’s Appearances and Projects
Isaac Hempstead Wright has had a successful career outside of Game of Thrones as well. His appearances on shows and movies include:
• The Boxtrolls (2014)
• Doctor Who (2017)
• You, Me and the Apocalypse (2017)
• The report (2019)
• Motherland: Fort Salem (2020)
• Paradiso (2020)
His upcoming projects include:
• The Midnight Sky (2020)
• Frankenstein’s Army (2020)
• Voyagers (2021)
• The Spectre of the Abyss (2021)
• The Cat and the Moon (2021)
• Black Gamma (2021)
Inspirational Lessons
Isaac Hempstead Wright has proved to us on more than one occasion that hard work, focus and passion are the keys to success. He was able to achieve huge success in spite of his young age only because of his commitment and dedication.
Not only did he surpass every expectation of him and become an overnight star, but he also manages to maintain his humility and professionalism.
His fans around the world look up to him for his inspiring story and remarkable accomplishments, proving once again that age should never be a limitation.