Tyrion Lannister, played by Peter Dinklage, delivers some of Game of Thrones's most memorable lines. Below are 4 of the best Tyrion Lannister quotes from Game of Thrones, each with the scene or episode where it appears, plus 3 pieces of trivia about the character.
Best Tyrion Lannister Quotes
"I drink and I know things."
— Tyrion Lannister, Season 6, Episode 2 - Home
"A Lannister always pays his debts."
— Tyrion Lannister, Referenced throughout the series
"Never forget what you are. The rest of the world will not. Wear it like armor, and it can never be used to hurt you."
— Tyrion Lannister, Season 1, Episode 1 - Winter Is Coming
"I demand a trial by combat!"
— Tyrion Lannister, Season 4, Episode 7 - Mockingbird
Tyrion Lannister Trivia & Fun Facts
- Peter Dinklage was the only actor the showrunners had in mind for the role of Tyrion from the very beginning.
- Peter Dinklage won four Primetime Emmy Awards for the role, more than any other cast member.
- In the books, Tyrion is described as far more physically unattractive, but the showrunners toned this down for the show.
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