Olivia Cooke, 32, continues to captivate audiences as she prepares for the third season of House of the Dragon, set to return in summer 2026. During her recent appearance on The Claudia Winkleman Show, she shared surprising anecdotes, including a shocking prank involving a merkin that left co-star Fabien Frankel astounded.
Cooke, who plays Alicent Hightower in the acclaimed series, revealed the challenges of filming intimate scenes, stating, ‘But I had to do a sex scene where my scene partner was underneath my skirts. You can imagine what was happening.’ Her candidness about the pressures of celebrity life resonated with many, as she expressed her discomfort with red carpet events, saying, ‘When you’ve got all those people screaming at you, my reaction is to want to cry or run away.’
The upcoming season three will feature the highly anticipated Battle of the Gullet, as part of a four-season arc for the series. This marks a two-year gap since the last series aired, heightening anticipation among fans.
Cooke’s mother, who benefits from the free gifts that come with her daughter’s celebrity status, adds a humorous touch to the challenges of fame. Cooke herself, however, remains grounded and candid about her experiences in the industry, stating, ‘I created a monster.’
As the series gears up for its return, observers are eager to see how the story unfolds and what new surprises Cooke and her co-stars will bring to the screen. With the show’s popularity soaring, the stakes are high for the upcoming season.
