Few characters in Game of Thrones captured viewers’ attention quite like Arya Stark, evolving from a stubborn tomboy in Winterfell to a shape-shifting assassin who killed the Night King. This fact-checked look at her relationships, ending, and the actress who brought her to life separates show canon from the books.

Portrayed by: Maisie Williams · First appearance: Season 1, Episode 1 · Last appearance: Season 8, Episode 6 · Age at start: 11 · Age at end: 18 · House: Stark

Quick snapshot

1Character Profile
2Key Relationships
3Major Events
  • Witnesses father’s execution (Wikipedia)
  • Travels with Yoren, Hot Pie, Gendry (A Wiki of Ice and Fire)
  • Trains with the Faceless Men in Braavos (Fandom Wiki)
  • Reunites with family in Winterfell (Fandom Wiki)
  • Kills the Night King (Fandom Wiki)
  • Sails west of Westeros (Wikipedia)
4Portrayal
  • Played by Maisie Williams from age 12 to 22 (Wikipedia)
  • Nominated for Emmy Awards (Wikipedia)
  • Character based on George R.R. Martin’s book series (Wikipedia)
  • Known for tomboyish appearance and fighting skills (A Wiki of Ice and Fire)

Ten key facts about Arya, one pattern: her identity shifts from noble daughter to nameless assassin and finally to explorer, each phase defined by a different weapon and a different name.

Label Value
Full Name Arya Stark
Portrayed by Maisie Williams
House Stark
First Appearance Season 1, Episode 1
Last Appearance Season 8, Episode 6
Age at Start 11
Age at End 18
Spouse Gendry (sexual relationship, not legally married) (Fandom Wiki)
Children None (Wikipedia)
Weapon of Choice Needle (a small sword)

Who does Arya Stark marry?

Arya Stark’s romantic life is one of the most Googled questions about the character. The short answer: she never legally marries anyone in the show or the books. But she does share a significant physical relationship with Gendry, the bastard son of Robert Baratheon.

Did Arya marry Gendry?