Game of Thrones actor Neil Fingleton, UK's tallest man, dies

Neil Fingleton as Mag the Mighty (HBO)

Game of Thrones star and the UK's tallest man, Neil Fingleton, has reportedly died.

The 2.29m star played Mag the Mighty in the fantasy series, and also took on roles in X-Men: First Class, Jupiter Ascending, Avengers: Age of Ultron and Dr Who.

He reportedly passed away following heart failure on Saturday.

Neil Fingleton (Getty)

Fingleton loved being tall - once saying the only downside was all the "stupid remarks and questions".

He was 36.

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