Common questions about Emilia Clarke

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Emilia Clarke born and where was she born?

Emilia Clarke was born on the 23rd of October 1986 in London. Her birthplace is the capital city of England where she began her life before moving to Oxford for her education.

What medical crisis did Emilia Clarke face in 2011?

Emilia Clarke suffered a catastrophic subarachnoid haemorrhage caused by a ruptured brain aneurysm in February 2011. The surgery required to save her life left her with aphasia and she underwent a second surgery for another aneurysm in 2013.

How much did Emilia Clarke earn per episode of Game of Thrones by 2017?

Emilia Clarke earned between £1.2 and £2 million per episode by 2017. This salary made her one of the highest-paid actors on television during the run of the show from April 2011 until May 2019.

When was Emilia Clarke invested with the Insignia of the Order of the British Empire?

Emilia Clarke was invested with the Insignia on the 21st of February 2024 at Windsor Castle by the Prince of Wales. She received this honour in the 2024 New Year Honours for her role in creating the charity SameYou.

What charity did Emilia Clarke launch in 2019?

Emilia Clarke launched her own charity named SameYou in 2019 to broaden neurorehabilitation access for young people after a brain injury or stroke. The charity received support through various initiatives including a YouTube live stream with Jacksepticeye that raised over £200,000.