Emilia Clarke, famed for her role in "Game of Thrones," has openly discussed her fears of dying while filming the series.

Although the final episodes of "Game of Thrones" received mixed reviews, the show is still celebrated as one of the greatest TV series of all time.

Much of the show's success can be attributed to the outstanding performances of its cast, including Emilia Clarke, who played a crucial role from the beginning to the end of the series.

At 37, Clarke, who portrayed Daenerys Targaryen, was a key figure throughout the show.

Emilia Clarke played Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones. HBO

In a candid interview, she revealed the severe health challenges she faced away from the cameras, which left her worried for her life and her career.

Speaking with Big Issue, Clarke shared her experience of surviving two life-threatening brain hemorrhages in 2011 and 2013, during her tenure on the iconic HBO series.

She had previously talked about suffering from "excruciating pain" due to the brain damage, which caused her to vomit frequently.

She found it difficult to stay conscious and to think clearly.

Clarke discussed how her brain injury significantly affected her self-image and confidence, especially within her professional setting.

"When you have a brain injury, because it alters your sense of self on such a dramatic level, all of the insecurities you have going into the workplace quadruple overnight," she explained to Big Issue.

Her initial worry after her first brain injury was the fear of being let go from her job.

"The first fear we all had was: ‘Oh my God, am I going to get fired? Am I going to get fired because they think I’m not capable of completing the job?’"

Returning to work after her injury, Clarke was concerned about the risk of dying while performing.

She made a light-hearted comment, "Well, if I’m going to die, I better die on live TV."

Clarke also talked about feeling incredibly isolated due to her illness.

"Having a chronic condition that diminishes your confidence in this one thing you feel is your reason to live is so debilitating and so lonely," she said. 

Clarke and her mom have since set up a charity to help people with brain injuries. Getty Images

"One of the biggest things I felt with a brain injury was profoundly alone. That is what we’re trying to overcome."

At her most desperate point, Clarke was so overwhelmed by her condition that she asked her medical team to let her die, believing she couldn't continue after sustaining such severe brain damage.

She was afraid she might never be able to act again.

Nevertheless, Clarke has since recovered and flourished, stating that overcoming her health challenges "has given [her] a superpower." 

She is now committed to helping others who face similar challenges.

Together with her mother Jennifer, Clarke founded the SameYou foundation to assist those recovering from brain injuries, inspired by her own path to recovery.