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How Peter Dinklage became the beloved 'Game of Thrones' bad boy

Melia RobinsonApr 10, 2015, 19:35 IST

Helen Sloan/courtesy of HBOPeter Dinklage during an iconic trial scene from season 4 of "Game of Thrones."

"A Lannister always pays his debts." Actor Peter Dinklage, however, has few debts to pay.

The Jersey-born actor essentially bootstrapped his career, living as a self-described starving artist for years before reaching his "Game of Thrones" success.

Dinklage now ranks among Hollywood's most-wanted actors - and just happens to be a dwarf. You can catch him on season 5 of "Game of Thrones," which returns to HBO on April 12.