Michael Patrick, ‘Game of Thrones’ actor’s heartbreaking final Instagram post goes viral after his death; check it here
Actor Michael Patrick, known for his role in "Game of Thrones," has died at 35 after a battle with motor neurone disease. His wife, Naomi Sheehan, announced his peaceful passing surrounded by loved ones. Patrick's final Instagram post detailed his...
By Divyadeep Singh, Global Desk |
Michael Patrick Last Instagram Post: Actor Michael Patrick dies at the age of 35. The actor, known for his role in an episode of "Game of Thrones” season 6, died following a yearslong battle with motor neurone disease, his wife Naomi Sheehan shared the news in an Instagram post on Wednesday (April 8, 2026). She said that she and his loved ones are "broken-hearted" over his demise.
“Last night, Mick sadly passed away in the Northern Ireland Hospice. He was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease 1st February 2023. He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there. He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends., his wife Sheehan, who affectionately calls him "Mick," said.
Motor neuron diseases (MNDs) are a group of progressive neurological disorders that destroy motor neurons, the cells that control skeletal muscle activity such as walking, breathing, speaking, and swallowing, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
“Words can’t describe how broken-hearted we are. It’s been said more than once that Mick was an inspiration to everyone who was privileged enough to come into contact with him, not just in the past few years during his illness but in every day of his life. He lived a life as full as any human can live. Joy, abundance of spirit, infectious laughter. A titan of a ginger haired man. We are so grateful for every person who supported us through the last few years,” Sheehan said in her Instagram post.
Michael Patrick's last Instagram post
Patrick had made his last Instagram post on February 6, when he shared a health update with his followers. “Basically me and @nomsheehan were in hospital for over a week there – speaking to doctors and getting tests done etc. Talking about risks and implications of getting the trache put in. What day to day life would be like after the operation,” he wrote, adding, “In short I’m not going ahead with the tracheostomy.”
“I had confirmation from [sic] it would be around 6-12 months before I could get home due to lack of staffing resources. Thanks so much to everyone who helped push this – from senior social workers, to politicians, to the chief executive of the hospital. Everyone has tried so hard, but there just isn’t the staff,” he further stated.
“Last night, Mick sadly passed away in the Northern Ireland Hospice. He was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease 1st February 2023. He was admitted 10 days ago and was cared for by the incredible team there. He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends., his wife Sheehan, who affectionately calls him "Mick," said.
Motor neuron diseases (MNDs) are a group of progressive neurological disorders that destroy motor neurons, the cells that control skeletal muscle activity such as walking, breathing, speaking, and swallowing, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
“Words can’t describe how broken-hearted we are. It’s been said more than once that Mick was an inspiration to everyone who was privileged enough to come into contact with him, not just in the past few years during his illness but in every day of his life. He lived a life as full as any human can live. Joy, abundance of spirit, infectious laughter. A titan of a ginger haired man. We are so grateful for every person who supported us through the last few years,” Sheehan said in her Instagram post.
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Michael Patrick's last Instagram post
Patrick had made his last Instagram post on February 6, when he shared a health update with his followers. “Basically me and @nomsheehan were in hospital for over a week there – speaking to doctors and getting tests done etc. Talking about risks and implications of getting the trache put in. What day to day life would be like after the operation,” he wrote, adding, “In short I’m not going ahead with the tracheostomy.”
“I had confirmation from [sic] it would be around 6-12 months before I could get home due to lack of staffing resources. Thanks so much to everyone who helped push this – from senior social workers, to politicians, to the chief executive of the hospital. Everyone has tried so hard, but there just isn’t the staff,” he further stated.
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Patrick had said that his doctor told him he had about one year left to live, a revelation that deeply moved his supporters. At the time, he had received an outpouring of encouragement from friends and fans around the world, many of whom sent their best wishes as he continued his journey.Download
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