Emma D'Arcy and Olivia Cooke Hint at Forces Tearing Characters Apart in 'House of the Dragon'

Heartbreaking Split Teased

Duo Discuss Character Dynamics in Joint Interview

In a candid interview with Deadline, stars Emma D'Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen) and Olivia Cooke (Alicent Hightower) shared their insights into the dynamic between their characters in the hit series "House of the Dragon."

The actresses revealed the driving forces behind the growing rift between the former childhood friends. D'Arcy explained that Rhaenyra's claim to the throne and Alicent's loyalty to her father, King Viserys, create an unbreachable divide.

Cooke echoed this sentiment, adding that Alicent's "love and ambition" for her own children further fuels the conflict. She teased that the tension between the characters will only intensify as the series progresses.

The interview provides a tantalizing glimpse into the heartbreaking path that lies ahead for Rhaenyra and Alicent, whose once-close bond is threatened by political ambition and familial loyalty.

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