Earlier this year, Emilia Clarke (who plays the show’s Daenerys Targaryen) spoke for the first time about the two terrifying brain aneurysms she suffered aged just 24, shortly after filming the first season of Game of Thrones.

Clarke revealed how she was rushed to hospital after persistent headaches finally resulted in a collapse, and she was diagnosed with a lethal type of stroke. She ended up needing multiple brain surgeries, all whilst continuing to film for the show.

Since then, she has launched her own brain injury and stroke rehabilitation charity, SameYou. And now her fans have implored disgruntled GoT viewers to donate funds to the charity rather than expel hate over the final season.

Emilia Clarke has an emotional message for fans raising money for her charity