Carice van Houten

Carice van Houten (born 5 September 1976) is a Dutch acrtress, best-known to English-speaking audiences for her roles in Repo Men, Valkyrie and Black Death (alongside Game of Thrones actors Sean Bean and Emun Elliott). She has won three Golden Calf awards for acting.

In Game of Thrones van Houten is playing the role of Melisandre of Asshai. She was confirmed in the role on 19 July 2011.