Martin, the author of Game of Thrones, has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and is currently in hotel quarantine

Recently, George R.R. Martin, the original author of "Game of Thrones", was diagnosed with the new coronavirus and missed the premiere of HBO's Game of Thrones prequel "House of the Dragon" held in Los Angeles.

At the premiere, HBO Chief Content Officer Casey Bloys revealed the news that Martin had been infected with the new coronavirus. "I was going to introduce George R.R. Martin to everyone at the opening of the premiere today, and wanted to tell them how great it is to have George on this journey with us," Bloys said. "But unfortunately, George was infected with the new coronavirus while attending the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con, so he can only be absent regretfully. He feels fine now, so don't worry."

George R.R. Martin also posted a video on YouTube, confirming that he had been infected with the coronavirus. He said he only had mild symptoms, some runny nose and occasional coughing. He is currently in isolation in a Los Angeles hotel, in good spirits, taking medication and being well cared for.