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Aemond's Shocking Kiss Stuns Alicent in HOTD Premiere
22 Jun
Summary
- Aemond unexpectedly kissed his mother, Alicent, in the Season 3 premiere.
- Olivia Cooke, who plays Alicent, revealed her character's shock and fear.
- Alicent hid her reaction to Aemond's kiss to maintain control and safety.
House of the Dragon's third season launched with a startling scene where Aemond kissed his mother, Alicent. Actress Olivia Cooke, portraying Alicent, shared insights into her character's immediate response to this unexpected familial intimacy.
Cooke described Alicent's reaction as a mix of confusion and fear, deeply rooted in her character's devotion to The Faith of the Seven. Despite these overwhelming emotions, Alicent chose to conceal her true feelings. This strategic decision was aimed at securing Aemond's cooperation and ensuring his departure from the capital, thus preventing immediate escalation of the volatile situation.
The premiere also underscored the perilous nature of Westeros, with several major characters meeting their demise. As the Dance of the Dragons conflict intensifies, the evolving relationship between Aemond and Alicent is poised to be a significant plot point. New episodes of House of the Dragon are scheduled to air Sundays on HBO.
