Jason Momoa, born August 1, 1979, in Honolulu, Hawaii, is an American actor and producer known for his commanding screen presence and muscular physique. He rose to fame with his role as Khal Drogo, the fierce Dothraki warlord, in HBO’s acclaimed series *Game of Thrones* (2011–2019), which brought him widespread recognition and a dedicated fanbase[1][3][4]. Following this breakthrough, Momoa starred as the title character in the 2011 reboot of *Conan the Barbarian*, a role he prepared for with intensive physical training. His portrayal marked his first major leading role in film[1][2]. He subsequently appeared in various action films, including *Bullet to the Head* (2012), *Road to Paloma* (2014)—which he also directed and co-wrote—*Once Upon a Time in Venice* (2017), *The Bad Batch* (2017), and *Braven* (2018)[1]. Momoa’s career skyrocketed in the DC Extended Universe with his debut as Arthur Curry/Aquaman in *Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice* (2016) and *Justice League* (2017), culminating in the lead role in *Aquaman* (2018). The *Aquaman* film was a commercial success, grossing over $1 billion worldwide and becoming DC’s highest-grossing film. He reprised the role in *Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom* (2023)[3][4][5]. On television, aside from *Game of Thrones*, Momoa starred in the adventure drama *Frontier* (2016) and the acclaimed series *See* (2019). He has also expanded his work behind the camera as a producer on multiple projects[1][3][6]. Momoa’s personal life has been in the public eye; he married actress Lisa Bonet in 2017 after a long relationship. Known for his advocacy on environmental issues and Indigenous rights, he remains a prominent figure in Hollywood as of 2025[2][3][4].