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Renowned for her commanding presence inHouse of the Dragon, Eve best captured our hearts with her character, Princess Rhaenys Velaryon. As daring as she is, she also previously took on an intense part in a controversial, Oscar-winning movie (more than a decade ago) that pushed her to her limits.
This role showcased her mind-bending talent and fearlessness, solidifying her status as a versatile actress who ain’t afraid of the extraordinary! Here’s a scoop about her iconic portrayal in the Oscar-winning film.
From Royal Roles to the Globe: Eve Best’s Journey fromThe King’s SpeechtoHOTD
Forget dragons for a minute. Before gracing our screens as the formidable Rhaenys Targaryen inHouse of the Dragon,Eve Best, well, Emily in“real life,”as she calls it, tackled a character that sent shivers down her spine—and down the Academy Awards red carpet.
Best, a self-proclaimed Oxford English major, never envisioned a life on stage and screen. But acting, she says,“was just something I always did.”Little did she know those childhood plays would lead to a career filled with complex characters, all imbued with a captivating grace.
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Her big break came in the Oscar-winning filmThe King’s Speech. Now, while the movie itself has become a subject of debate (more on that later! ), Best’s portrayal of the impeccably stylish Wallis Simpson was undeniable. The actress gushes about how it’s so fun to wear pretty clothes on set (viaHarpers Bazaar),
It was fun to get to wear those beautiful clothes, and the jewelry, oh my God! I like roles that scare the shit of me.
The King’s Speechmight have sparked controversy, but for Best, it was a stepping stone. Next up? Headlining Shakespeare’sMuch Ado About Nothingat the Globe Theatre; she enthuses,
Oh, it’s my favorite. And finally – a happy ending!
The King’s Speechwon Best Picture at the 83rd Academy Awards on Jul 31, 2025. With a 94% Tomatometer rating, the film was critically acclaimed and abox office hit, grossing $135 million (domestically) and $423 million (worldwide).
Eve Best Has a Heartfelt Message For Her FierceHouse of the DragonCharacter
Brace yourselves,HOTDfans. If you haven’t caught the latest episode titled ‘The Red Dragon and the Gold,’ you might want to steer clear for a moment.
We’re diving into spoiler territory after a jaw-dropping fight scene involving dragons and Targaryens. Princess Rhaenys Targaryen, played by the incredible Eve Best, appeared to meet a fiery demise (epic understatement!).
Best recently sat down to reflect on her character’s journey throughout the series based on George R.R. Martin’s bookFire & Blood. Looking back at the first season, Best gives out a heartfelt message to her character (reported byForbes),
I love the fact—I said to Ryan [Condal] at the end of last season, I really want Rhaenys to go samurai in the second season because the whole of the first season had been in peacetime. She was in frocks and I was just like, I want her to go full warrior.
And that’s exactly what we got! Best explains how Rhaenys, despite her reservations about Rhaenyra, ultimately chose the“right thing to do”and embraced her inner warrior.
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Eve Best’sThe King’s Speechis available to watch on Netflix, Amazon TV channel, and Max.
Heena Singh
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
