Emma D'Arcy on Returning to 'House of the Dragon' and Embracing Their Identity

Prepare for the Return of Fire and Blood in 'House of the Dragon' Season 2

The cast of the hit HBO series teases what's to come when the show returns on June 16

On a recent morning in London, British actor Emma D'Arcy was dealing with an emergency. Not a medical emergency, mind you, but a sartorial one. "I'm going to be late!" they exclaimed, frantically searching for a pair of shoes to match their outfit for a photo shoot. "I really like playing women, and I'm really good at it," D'Arcy said with a laugh.

The non-binary star of "House of the Dragon" is about to make their debut as the show's lead character, Rhaenyra Targaryen, in Season 2. The first season of the prequel to "Game of Thrones" was a massive success, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next installment. D'Arcy, who identifies as gender non-binary, is excited to bring their own unique perspective to the role.