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Sophie Turner Says Early Motherhood Stalled Her Career as She Rebuilds

She describes choosing a post–Game of Thrones pause for early motherhood that slowed momentum, clarifying her priorities.

Overview

  • In a new Guardian interview, Turner says taking time off after Game of Thrones felt right to focus on herself even as it created a long break from work.
  • She became a mother at 24 and now has two daughters, Willa born in 2020 and Delphine born in 2022.
  • She says the hiatus, coupled with the pandemic, stalled career momentum and forced her to "try and rebuild" professionally.
  • Recent coverage notes she has regained traction, adding multiple roles and describing her schedule as "booked and busy."
  • She reflects on learning to act in public on Game of Thrones, acknowledges lingering imposter feelings, and discusses persistent "mum guilt" as she balances work and parenting.