Kit Harington

Who is Kit Harington?


Kit Harington is an English actor. He was born on December 26, 1986, in London, England. His full name is Christopher Catesby Harington.

Kit Harington made his debut with the role of Jon Snow in the hit fantasy series “Game of Thrones.”

Kit Harington’s portrayal of Jon Snow in “Game of Thrones” sparked a trend of his iconic hairstyle, known as the “Jon Snow haircut,” becoming popular among fans and even influencing fashion trends. Despite his notable role as Jon Snow, Kit Harington is actually of Scottish and Welsh descent, and his family background includes a rich heritage of aristocracy and royal lineage.

Kit Harington: Height, Weight

Kit stands at the height of 5 feet 8 inches or 173 cm and weighs around 77 Kg or 170 lbs.

Kit Harington: Age, Parents, Siblings, Ethnicity, Education

As of 2023, he is 36 years old as he was born on 26 December 1986.

Talking about his family, he was born to David Richard Harington and Deborah Jane Catesby. He also has a brother named John Harington.

Kit Harington: Professional Life, Career

Debut & Breakthrough: Harington’s career skyrocketed when he first appeared in “Game of Thrones” in 2011, playing the brooding and noble Jon Snow. His character quickly became a favorite among fans, and Harington’s performance received widespread praise, earning him many award nominations. He portrayed the role throughout the show’s eight seasons, demonstrating his versatility and emotional depth.

In addition to “Game of Thrones,” Harington has worked on other initiatives. He played Milo, the lead character, in the historical catastrophe film “Pompeii” in 2014. He has also provided the voice of the character Eret in animated movies like “How to Train Your Dragon 2” and its follow-ups.

Kit Harington as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones
Kit Harington as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones

Harington has also dabbled in theatre. He played the lead in the drama “Doctor Faustus,” which served as his stage debut in 2016, on the West End. His performance was hailed by critics, who emphasized his aptitude for live theatre.

Harington has progressively broadened his body of work and explored a variety of roles in recent years. He has worked on projects including the Xavier Dolan-directed film “The Death and Life of John F. Donovan” and the television show “Criminal: UK.” Kit Harington continues to captivate viewers and make a name for himself as an accomplished actor in the business because to his talent and dedication to his art.

Kit Harington: Net Worth, Salary

The big man, Kit Harington has an estimated net worth of $14 million.

Kit Harington: Rumors, Controversy

There are no known rumors about Kit Harington.

What is the Relationship Status of Kit Harington?

Talking about his relationship status, he started his relationship with his current wife Rose Leslie in 2011. They got married on 23 June 2018. They have a baby boy together. They are expecting a second child.

Kit Harington and Rose Leslie

Kit Harington: Social media

You can acquire additional information about his personal life and Lifestyle from his social media profiles. Talking of 2023, Aamir Khan has maintained his Facebook account with almost 800 Thousand followers.

Facts About Kit Harrington

  1. He wanted to be a journalist.
  2. He is a big fan of David Lynch.
  3. His favorite movie is The Shining (1980).
  4. Kit directed a scene in “The Battle of the Bastards” in Game of Thrones.