Dexter Sol Ansell, the 11-year-old actor who plays young Aegon V Targaryen (better known as Egg) in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, has been named the Breakout STARmeter Award recipient for 2026 by IMDb. This marks a major milestone for the young British actor, who is now the youngest recipient in the history of this prestigious award.

A rapid rise to fame

Dexter Sol Ansell burst onto the global stage with his charming and scene-stealing performance as Egg alongside Peter Claffey’s Ser Duncan the Tall. Since the series premiered in January 2026, Ansell has won over fans with his natural screen presence, sharp wit, and perfect chemistry with his on-screen mentor.

In his heartfelt acceptance message posted via Instagram, Dexter expressed genuine surprise and gratitude:

“Hey everyone! Thank you so much because I am the 2026 breakout star of the year on IMDb.
I just wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone — all the fans and honestly everyone who’s gone onto IMDb and IMDb Pro to look at my page. And honestly, I’ve been using IMDb forever every time I do an audition or I watch a film. So honestly, this is a huge thank you to everyone who has helped me win this. I actually can’t believe it… Thank you so much.”

He also added a sweet in-character moment from the show, saying:

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“Perhaps it is a story of honour.”

Joining Westeros’ royalty

By winning this award, Dexter joins an elite group of Game of Thrones universe stars who have previously received IMDb STARmeter recognition, including Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister), Emma D’Arcy (Rhaenyra Targaryen) and Olivia Cooke (Alicent Hightower).

This places the young actor among some of the biggest names in the franchise, highlighting just how impactful his debut performance has been.

What makes this win special

The IMDb STARmeter Awards are based on the actual search data and popularity metrics of millions of IMDb users. Dexter’s win reflects massive fan interest and engagement following the premiere of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which has been praised for its lighter tone, strong character work, and heartfelt storytelling.

What’s next for Dexter Sol Ansell

With Season 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms already in production and wrapping key filming blocks in Gran Canaria, Dexter is set to continue his journey as Egg in more adventures alongside Dunk. The future looks incredibly bright for the young talent, who has quickly become one of the most talked-about new faces in the Game of Thrones universe.

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