Olivia Cooke Calls Out the ‘House of the Dragon’ Fandom
Vulture • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Olivia Cooke, who plays Queen Alicent Hightower in House of the Dragon, deactivated her social media during season three to avoid toxic online discourse, citing misogyny and racism within the fandom.
- Alicent’s controversial actions in season three, including aiding Rhaenyra's rise to power and complex family dynamics, sparked criticism from some fans due to deviations from the books.
- Despite mixed reactions, Alicent ended the season ranked fourth in Vulture’s power ranking, indicating continued interest in her character.
- Cooke has previously spoken out against the fandom’s harshness, expressing frustration over hateful comments directed at the cast.
- The actress returned to social media in October to promote Slow Horses season six, signaling a cautious re-engagement with her online presence.
