House of the Dragon: Is Gwayne Hightower Gay?

Speculation is mounting among viewers of HBO's House of the Dragon regarding the sexuality of Ser Gwayne Hightower. This debate intensified following episode 6 of season 3, titled "Faceless Man." During a reunion at Tumbleton, Gwayne's cousin, Ormund Hightower, made remarks interpreted by some as homophobic jokes about Gwayne's personal life.

These comments, coupled with Gwayne's unmarried status and specific word choices in dialogue, have fueled fan theories. One notable scene involves Gwayne describing an assassin as "far more comely" than the real Ser Arrion Baratheon, leading to interpretations of romantic interest. However, the article suggests these clues are insufficient for confirmation.

Despite fan theories, the show has not explicitly confirmed Gwayne Hightower's romantic attractions. The narrative has intentionally left aspects of the Hightower family dynamics ambiguous. As of the latest episode, Gwayne himself has not outwardly expressed or confirmed any same-sex attraction, leaving his potential place on the list of LGBTQ+ characters in Westeros uncertain.

With two episodes remaining in season 3, fans are hopeful for further clarification on Gwayne's character. House of the Dragon airs Sundays at 9 p.m. Eastern on HBO and is available for streaming on Max. The question of Gwayne's sexuality remains an open point of discussion for the show's audience.