The late John Stahl in GoT (Image via HBO)On Wednesday, March 2, Game of Thrones star John Stahl passed away on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, at the age of 68. The news of his demise was announced by his agent Amanda Fitzalan Howard from AHA Talent.Howard made a statement where she referred to Stahl as "an actor of remarkable skill." She added:"We are very sad to announce the death of John Stahl. John was an actor of remarkable skill and a stalwart of Scottish theatre, where he appeared in numerous productions as well as at The Royal Shakespeare Company and The National Theatre."AHA Actors@AHAactorsWe’re deeply saddened to report the death of our beloved friend and client, John Stahl. He was an actor of the most remarkable skill, with a decades-long career gracing our screens and stages. We will miss him terribly.6:39 AM · Mar 4, 2022385We’re deeply saddened to report the death of our beloved friend and client, John Stahl. He was an actor of the most remarkable skill, with a decades-long career gracing our screens and stages. We will miss him terribly.The actor is survived by his wife, Jane Paton. His cause of death remains unknown. Exploring John Stahl's role in Game of Thrones and the legacy of the late actorStahl was best known for essaying the role of Rickard Karstark in HBO's Game of Thrones, who betrayed the character of Robb Stark in the second and third seasons of the show. The Scottish actor trained at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama and worked in various theatrical productions of the prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company and at the National Theatre.After graduating from the drama academy, Stahl worked as an assistant director at the Darlington Drama Centre between 1975 and 1976. Following this, he made his first on-screen debut as Police Constable Schoular in the TV series Garnock Way.The actor found his breakthrough role a decade after his on-screen debut. In 1987, he landed the role of Tom' Inverdarroch' Kerr in STV/ITV production's High Road. The series was reportedly on-air until 2003, and Stahl appeared in the show for 115 episodes.Following some brief recurring roles in television episodes, the actor struck gold with the role of Rickard Karstark in Game of Thrones in 2012. He appeared in five episodes between 2012 to 2013. Throughout his career, John Stahl has appeared in 29 on-screen projects as well as multiple theatrical productions.Condolences rush in following GoT actor John Stahl's deathFollowing the news of his demise, numerous fans took to Twitter to pay their tributes to the late actor. Numerous tweets from his colleagues also memorialized his performances and career in the industry.Rhiannon Meades 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🐿@Robust_ChaosGratefully remembering #JohnStahl being kind when I worked @The_Globe back when my Tilda was a baby. Rest in peace John.3:52 AM · Mar 5, 20222Gratefully remembering #JohnStahl being kind when I worked @The_Globe back when my Tilda was a baby. Rest in peace John.JML@jamiemarieleary@DavieGreig Such sad news, and a great loss. Feeling v lucky to have shared the stage with him 11:18 AM · Mar 4, 20222@DavieGreig Such sad news, and a great loss. Feeling v lucky to have shared the stage with him ❤️Kirstie Porteous@73kirstie@DekeLord Inverdarroch was such a huge character, one of my favourites when I was growing up. Loved that he and Morag finally got together. Sincere condolences to John’s family and friends. His talent is forever immortalised2:52 AM · Mar 4, 20222@DekeLord Inverdarroch was such a huge character, one of my favourites when I was growing up. Loved that he and Morag finally got together. Sincere condolences to John’s family and friends. His talent is forever immortalisedKatherine Mendelsohn 🕷️🐟@Katheri48033429@nmccplaywright @DekeLord Am so sorry to hear this. Worked with John @traversetheatre on many occasions (me behind the scenes working with the writers, and John delivering their words). Thinking of all who knew him.4:36 AM · Mar 4, 20221@nmccplaywright @DekeLord Am so sorry to hear this. Worked with John @traversetheatre on many occasions (me behind the scenes working with the writers, and John delivering their words). Thinking of all who knew him.derek lord@DekeLordSorry to hear my old High Road colleague John Stahl has passed.I remember him being upset when some idiot in production decided to drop his character's name Inverdarroch and use Tom Kerr instead. He'll always be Inverdarroch to me, the only man to best Sneddon in a fair fight.12:36 PM · Mar 4, 202213315Sorry to hear my old High Road colleague John Stahl has passed.I remember him being upset when some idiot in production decided to drop his character's name Inverdarroch and use Tom Kerr instead. He'll always be Inverdarroch to me, the only man to best Sneddon in a fair fight.David Greig@DavieGreigI'm so sad to hear of the death of John Stahl: a truly great actor and beloved company member on so many Scottish shows including Winter's Tale at The Lyceum, The James Plays, Gagarin Way & my own play, The Architect. Scottish theatre will miss him. Love to his family & friends.10:44 AM · Mar 4, 202212011I'm so sad to hear of the death of John Stahl: a truly great actor and beloved company member on so many Scottish shows including Winter's Tale at The Lyceum, The James Plays, Gagarin Way & my own play, The Architect. Scottish theatre will miss him. Love to his family & friends.National Theatre of Scotland@NTSonlineWe are deeply saddened to hear of the death of John Stahl.We were fortunate to work with John on Mary Stuart and The James Plays. His passing is a huge loss to the industry, and he will be sorely missed.Our thoughts are with his loved ones.Tommy Ga-Ken Wan10:30 AM · Mar 4, 20228919We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of John Stahl.We were fortunate to work with John on Mary Stuart and The James Plays. His passing is a huge loss to the industry, and he will be sorely missed.Our thoughts are with his loved ones.📷Tommy Ga-Ken Wan https://t.co/uzSmeIrcTzCharlie Lawson@charlie_lawson1Desperately sad to hear of the death of John Stahl. I worked very closely with the big man on The World Premier of “ Rebus: Log Shadows”, John actually took me off stage, when I had a TIA. I adored working with him. @Beathhigh7:02 AM · Mar 5, 2022323Desperately sad to hear of the death of John Stahl. I worked very closely with the big man on The World Premier of “ Rebus: Log Shadows”, John actually took me off stage, when I had a TIA. I adored working with him. @BeathhighFraser MacDonald@fr4serVery sad to see that the inimitable John Stahl has died. Had the immense privilege of joining him over Zoom just a few weeks ago at an event with @anlanntair @joycemcm and many others. Even digitally, he lit up the room with his immense presence #RIP twitter.com/brawtheatre/st…Braw Theatre 🎭@BrawTheatreWhat a superb morning of theatre chat hosted by @anlanntair - exploring John McGrath’s first Scottish play, Random Happenings in the Hebrides.With extra special guests @joycemcm, Richard Eyre, John Stahl and original 7:84 Cheviot cast member Dolina MacLennan7:41 AM · Mar 4, 202255What a superb morning of theatre chat hosted by @anlanntair - exploring John McGrath’s first Scottish play, Random Happenings in the Hebrides.With extra special guests @joycemcm, Richard Eyre, John Stahl and original 7:84 Cheviot cast member Dolina MacLennan https://t.co/aOExSDIFm8Very sad to see that the inimitable John Stahl has died. Had the immense privilege of joining him over Zoom just a few weeks ago at an event with @anlanntair @joycemcm and many others. Even digitally, he lit up the room with his immense presence #RIP twitter.com/brawtheatre/st…Gary Hollywood@mrgaryhollywood@DekeLord RIP John, an absolute Gent. 🥃4:33 AM · Mar 4, 20222@DekeLord RIP John, an absolute Gent. 🥃The Isle of Lewis native's last appearance was in 2021's Netflix film, A Castle for Christmas, where he played the solicitor. Stahl's repertoire also includes films like 2017's Victoria & Abdul and 2018's Mary Queen of Scots.