Back in the day, Jason Momoa, known for his role as Khal Drogo, faced financial struggles that prevented him from flying home.

A nostalgic post by the now 39-year-old actor reflects on the significant progress he has made over the past decade, especially after portraying DC’s Aquaman.

He took to Instagram to share a throwback photo captured after wrapping up filming for Game of Thrones in Ireland.

In his heartfelt caption, the Hollywood celebrity delves into the realities of his life before achieving stardom.

Momoa reminisces about a time when he and his close friend Brian Andrew Mendoza purchased a van and embarked on a road trip in pursuit of the “perfect pint of Guinness.”

During his Game of Thrones filming days, Momoa revealed, “We had a lil break and were too broke to fly home, so we rented a panel van, also known as UHAUL, in Belfast.

We then set off on a memorable journey across the enchanting landscapes of IRELAND, on a quest to find the ultimate pint of Guinness.”

His experiences led him to discover that perfection could be found everywhere, with countless remarkable encounters and tales shared along the way.

Momoa cherishes those simple yet profound moments, highlighting that it was the uncomplicated instances that remain etched in his memory.

Despite his adventures, he still longed for the presence of his family.

In a reflective post, Jason Momoa shared a snapshot from a serene parking lot in Donegal, expressing his yearning for home and recounting the fond memories created with his dear friend @captainriff.

As he reminisced about their Irish escapades, Momoa emphasized the essence of those cherished times filled with camaraderie and discovery.

He acknowledged the enduring impact of those simplistic yet profound moments that continue to resonate with him, signifying the beginning of a transformative journey that lies ahead.

The actor, best known for portraying Khal Drogo in the initial season of the fantasy epic, recently poured out his emotions in a candid Instagram live session, punctuated with colorful language.

In a heartfelt hour-long stream of updates, Momoa expressed gratitude towards showrunners David Benioff and D.B.

Weiss, as well as his co-star Emilia Clarke and the entire production team.

Reflecting on his role as Drogo, Momoa remarked, “I owe my current position to David and Dan, who brought Drogo to life.

Being part of the show was a tremendous honor, and it’s surreal to witness the conclusion of this remarkable journey.”

The heartfelt sentiments