How George R.R. Martin unknowingly fulfilled a dying fan’s wish
By Ariba Bhuvad
Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin did something amazing last year, and he may never have known about it if not for This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman. Earlier this week, Fogelman took to Twitter to share a heartfelt story, as if he doesn’t make us cry enough already.
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Read Fogelman’s Twitter account below. Best treat this like an episode of This Is Us and grab a box of tissues.
Anyone want a quick personal story about George R. Martin/#GameofThrones?
— Dan Fogelman (@Dan_Fogelman) April 14, 2019
Yes, yes we do!
He’s talking a mile a minute. While waiting outside the theater, he has spotted George R. Martin. He says he’s going to go talk to him. I beg him not to. He hangs up on me.
— Dan Fogelman (@Dan_Fogelman) April 14, 2019
He’s got two “R”s in his name, but we’re still with you. Go on.
Found it!! pic.twitter.com/tMPzhhbVXp
— debra bluman (@superfandeb) April 15, 2019
What a picture! That’s one hell of a memory.
I arrive at the theater. Alex is waiting, bursting with energy as always. He tells me he approached George. Got a picture. And, somehow - miraculously - got George R Martin’s cell phone number. George was with his wife and told Alex they usually go for pizza after a show.
— Dan Fogelman (@Dan_Fogelman) April 14, 2019
Who knew George R.R. Martin was so sweet!?
We eat pizza for an hour or two. George and I talk shop. Alex tries to play it cool, only makes a few nerdy Thrones references. At meal’s end, George gives Alex a Westeros coin. Alex reacts stronger than is appropriate for a 40-something man.
— Dan Fogelman (@Dan_Fogelman) April 14, 2019
We all part ways. Alex is giddy.
Aw man, the feels.
Here’s what George R Martin didn’t know that night. My handsome, well-haired, larger than life pal Alex is battling a random case of stage 4 lung cancer. He will pass away a year later. I will dedicate then S3 premiere of This Is Us to him.
— Dan Fogelman (@Dan_Fogelman) April 14, 2019
I would love to know how George. R.R. Martin reacted to this beautiful story.
Fogelman shared this story ahead of the season 8 premiere. He talked to PEOPLE about how he and Hanan watched the show together in the past:
"Our friend, Alex Hanan, is watching TV tonight from above. Spoiling every single reveal for everyone up there, driving everyone nuts. Thank you, George R R Martin, for making what would turn out to be Alex’s last year. And thanks to all involved for making his favorite show."
Are you crying yet? Because I sure am.
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