Emma D'Arcy

Emma D'Arcy, a distinguished name in the entertainment industry, is renowned for their roles in "Wanderlust," "Truth Seekers," and, most notably, "House of the Dragon." Their portrayal of Rhaenyra Targaryen in "House of the Dragon" garnered critical acclaim and led to two Golden Globe Award nominations. Besides their cinematic ventures, D'Arcy's talent also extends to the theatre, with recent performances in "Bluets" and "The Other Place" at the Royal Court Theatre and The National Theatre, respectively, in 2024.

Co-currently serving as the Joint Artistic Director of Forward Arena Theatre Company, D'Arcy's influence in the industry is insurmountable. This influence was recognized when they were honored by GQ as one of the breakout stars of 2022 and ranked fifth on the Radio Times list of the top 100 most influential people in television in 2023. Their performance in the season one finale "The Black Queen" of "House of the Dragon" was so captivating that TVLine awarded them Performer of the Week for the week of October 23, 2022, and subsequently named them the year's Biggest Acting Revelation.

Recognition of D'Arcy's talent is not limited to the small screen. They have also made their mark in the film industry with appearances in drama films such as "Misbehaviour" and "Mothering Sunday." In acknowledgment of their impactful performances, D'Arcy has been nominated for several awards, including the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama in 2023 and 2025 and the Saturn Award for Best Actress in a Television Series in 2024. Their contribution to the entertainment industry was further cemented when they were included in Variety's list of 2024 Power Women of Hollywood and InStyle's Breakthrough list of "30 Performers Defining Culture Now" in 2024.