Actor has terminal cancer: 'Game of Thrones' star has pancreatic cancer (Video)

"Game of Thrones" actor Wilko Johnson, was recently diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. On Jan. 9, BBC reported that Johnson's manager said he will not undergo chemotherapy treatment, and he plans on finishing a new CD along with completing a tour of France.

Manager Robert Hoy stated to media sources,

"He is not yet suffering any physical effects and can expect to enjoy at least another few months of reasonable health and activity."

"Wilko wishes to offer his sincere thanks for all the support he has had over his long career. From those who have worked with him to, above all, those devoted fans and admirers who have attended his live gigs, bought his recordings and generally made his life such an extraordinarily full and eventful experience."

Wilko Johnson, 65, gained much popularity because of his role, Ilyn Payne, in the first two seasons of the hit HBO fantasy series "Game of Thrones." He is also a guitarist and songwriter for the English blues group Dr. Feelgood.

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