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  • The Game of Thrones season 8 premiere again addresses the truth of Jon Snow's parentage... 1 / 7

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  • With Sam revealing to Jon that he's the son of Rhaegar Targaryen and Lyanna Stark. 2 / 7

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  • Sam also explains that this makes Jon and not Daenerys the rightful ruler of Westeros. 3 / 7

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  • Jon is Rhaegar's trueborn son and heir, coming before Dany in the line of succession. 4 / 7

    Daenerys Stormborn and Jon Snow on Game of Thrones

  • This means Jon has the stronger claim as he is actually Aegon VI Targaryen. 5 / 7

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  • Just how Jon will process this news remains to be seen... 6 / 7

    Jon in snow on Game of Thrones

  • But it will certainly have huge implications for Game of Thrones season 8. 7 / 7

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