About J. J. Murphy
Lived 1928 – 2014 (aged 86). J. J. Murphy was a British actor, film actor and television actor.
James Joseph "J.J." Murphy (7 May 1928 – 8 August 2014) was a Northern Irish film and television actor. He was known for his roles in the films Cal, Angela's Ashes (1999), Mickybo and Me (2004) and Dracula Untold (2014), four days after filming an episode of season 5 of the HBO television series Game of Thrones, in which he portrayed Denys Mallister, a senior member of the Night's Watch and commander of the Shadow Tower, who was slated to be a recurring character in the series. Murphy's funeral took place in St Brigid's Church in Belfast on 14 August 2014, five days after his death.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was J. J. Murphy?
British actor (1928-2014)
When was J. J. Murphy born?
J. J. Murphy was born on 7 May 1928 in Belfast.
When did J. J. Murphy die?
J. J. Murphy died on 8 August 2014 in Belfast.
What was J. J. Murphy's occupation?
J. J. Murphy was an actor, film actor and television actor.
What nationality was J. J. Murphy?
J. J. Murphy was British.
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· DBpedia: J. J. Murphy (actor)
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