Milly Alcock, who portrayed the younger version of Rhaenyra Targaryen in House of the Dragon Season 1, has shared how playing the princess profoundly shaped her both as an actress and as a person. In her latest appearance at the CCXP Mexico, the rising star revealed that stepping into Rhaenyra’s shoes gave her a boost of confidence and a fresh perspective on navigating fame and a massive new fandom.
“I think playing Rhaenyra instilled a lot of confidence within me, and within stepping into a new fandom, she gave me such a good outlook on how to approach her and how to approach the world.”
Quick read:
- Milly Alcock praises Rhaenyra Targaryen’s character
- She acknowledged how playing the character shaped her
- She expressed gratitude for it
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A role that changed everything
For Alcock, who was relatively unknown before landing the role, playing the fiery, ambitious young Rhaenyra was more than just a career breakthrough; it was a personal transformation. The character’s strength, resilience, and pursuit of power helped Milly find her own voice while suddenly being thrust into the global spotlight of the Game of Thrones universe.
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Her performance in season 1 earned praise and quickly made her a fan favorite, proving that she can indeed carry the weight of one of Westeros’ most complex characters.
Looking ahead
Now that House of the Dragon Season 3 is on the horizon, fans are excited to see if Milly Alcock will return in any capacity; whether through flashbacks or new storylines. Whatever the future holds, it’s clear that Rhaenyra left a lasting mark on the actress who brought her to life.
