House of the Dragon: Actor on Jace's Brutal Season 3 Exit

House of the Dragons star Harry Collett has candidly discussed his character Jacaerys Velaryon's death in the recently released Season 3. Collett, who portrayed Jace for five years, revealed that he learned of his character's fate back in Season 1 and views the brutal demise as a fitting and necessary sacrifice for the realm's future. He emphasized that his character's death was not an unexpected firing but a planned narrative arc. Collett elaborated on the poignant nature of Jace's death, noting the director's intent to highlight the character's vulnerability and youth, as he was only 16. The actor detailed the agonizing process of filming the scene, where Jace succumbs to multiple arrows, ultimately longing for his mother amidst his final moments. Collett acknowledged the difficulty of acting out death, calling it one of the hardest performances due to its unnatural portrayal. Despite the emotional toll, he confirmed having watched the episode multiple times, noting its tragic impact, particularly the visceral sounds of the arrows hitting flesh.