Daniel Portman is a Scottish actor who is best known for starring as Podrick Payne in the fantasy drama series, Game of Thrones. He has also starred in various movies like Outcast, The Journey, and The Angels’ Share. In 2011, he was also cast as Darren in the soap opera, River City. Daniel has a huge fan base with more than 150k followers on Instagram and over 200k followers on Twitter.
Born Name
Daniel Portman
Nick Name
Danny, Jock
Sun Sign
Aquarius
Born Place
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Residence
He divides his time amongst –
- London, England, United Kingdom
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Nationality
Education
Daniel Portman studied at Shawlands Academy in Glasgow and was selected as the Head Boy during his final year. He also got enrolled at Reid Kerr College in Paisley where he earned a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in acting and performing.
Occupation
Actor
Family
- Father – Ron Donachie (Actor)
- Mother – Fiona Biggar
- Siblings – Naomi Porter (Sister)
- Others – Stewart Porter (Uncle) (Actor), Trisha Biggar (Aunt) (Costume Designer)
Manager
Daniel Portman is represented by CAM, Talent Agency, London, England, United Kingdom.
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 8½ in or 174 cm
Weight
69 kg or 152 lbs
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Bushy beard
Best Known For
- Having been cast as Podrick Payne in the fantasy fiction adventure series, Game of Thrones
- Appearing in movies like Outcast (2010) as Paul, The Angels’ Share (2012) as Sniper’s Pal 2, and The Journey (2016) as Cashier
First Film
He made his theatrical film debut as Paul in the horror thriller movie, Outcast, in 2010.
First TV Show
Daniel Portman made his first TV show appearance as Podrick Payne in The Night Lands episode of the fantasy fiction show, Game of Thrones, in 2012.
Personal Trainer
He works out regularly to maintain a healthy physique and has trained at Fight City Gym.
Daniel Portman Facts
- He grew up in Strathbungo, Glasgow.
- He used to play rugby while he was in school.
- Initially, he did not want to become an actor.
- Daniel was 19 years old when he was cast in Game of Thrones.
- He started acting at the age of 16.
- Portman is a big fan of actress .
- He possesses a strong Baritone singing voice.
- Follow Daniel Portman on and .
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Facts of Daniel Portman
- full nameDaniel Portman
- Date of Birth February 13, 1992
- Age 32 years 9 months
- Horoscope Aquarius
- Lucky Number 9
- Lucky Stone Amethyst
- Lucky Color Turquoise
- Best Match for Marriage Aquarius, Gemini, Sagittarius
- weight69 kg
- height5 ft 8½ in