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Natalie Dormer Reveals the Real Reason She Left Game of Thrones Before Season 8
2025/04/07 Report

As a die-hard fan of , I've spent countless hours immersed in the world of Westeros, navigating its intricate politics, bloodied wars, and tangled relationships. But amidst all the twists and turns, one moment that left me truly perplexed was the sudden and unexpected departure of Natalie Dormer's character, Margaery Tyrell. The beautiful and cunning queen who had captivated us with her sharp wit and political acumen, simply vanished before the final season.


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But why? Why would someone so integral to the drama step away at such a crucial point?

Recently, Natalie Dormer herself revealed the real reason behind her exit from the show before Season 8, and as a loyal fan, I feel like it's time we dug a bit deeper.

The Discontent with Margaery’s Storyline

In her recent interview, Dormer shared that a key factor in her decision to leave was her dissatisfaction with Margaery’s storyline.


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For those of us who’ve followed her journey through the show, we know she was a character brimming with potential. Margaery’s arc saw her manipulate, seduce, and play the game better than most. But in the end, her narrative fizzled out in Season 6, when she perished in the infamous explosion. Dormer had previously expressed that she had hoped for more for her character, including a deeper exploration of Margaery’s complexities and her growth as a political mastermind.

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