Peter Dinklage Bestows Kit Harington’s Jon Snow a Hilarious Nicknames, 7 Years After the Show Ended

The exchange grew even funnier when Harington recalled studying Dinklage's performance during those early filming days. Convinced that acting for the camera meant remaining completely motionless, the future King in the North could not understand why his co-star seemed so animated. Only later did he realize that Dinklage was not overdoing it; he simply knew what he was doing.

Yes, Jon Snow may have been the cold-headed hero Peter Dinklage hilariously dubbed 'Mr. Do the Right Thing.' However, there is a reason audiences still adore him, even if Kit Harington remains far less enthusiastic about Game of Thrones' final chapter.

Why Jon Snow is still well-loved

Jon Snow's appeal has never come from being the loudest or most charismatic figure in Game of Thrones. Instead, audiences gravitated toward his unwavering sense of honor in a world where betrayal was practically a currency. Whether facing political intrigue or an army of the dead, the Stark successor repeatedly chose duty over personal gain, even when those decisions cost him dearly.

His reserved nature also resonated because it felt earned rather than artificial. Growing up as an outsider in Winterfell forced Jon Snow to carry rejection quietly, and life at the Night's Watch only strengthened that emotional discipline. Fans saw a man who endured loss, humiliation, and impossible responsibility without allowing bitterness to define him, making his stoicism feel more like resilience than detachment.

Just as importantly, Jon Snow never chased power for its own sake. He earned loyalty by fighting alongside his people rather than ruling above them, transforming an overlooked outcast into a trusted leader. That combination of humility, sacrifice, and moral conviction explains why audiences still admire the character today, even if Peter Dinklage can still make everyone laugh with his nicknames for Jon Snow.