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House of the Dragon producer calls out viewers for crushing on Daemon Targaryen

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Published 05:28 19 Oct 2022 GMT+1

House of the Dragon producer calls out viewers for crushing on Daemon Targaryen

Sara Hess doesn't understand why the Targaryen prince has been deemed the 'internet's boyfriend'.

Charisa Bossinakis

Charisa Bossinakis

A House of the Dragon producer has called out viewers for labelling Daemon Targaryen as their ‘internet boyfriend.

Sara Hess has been left shocked by the love that the anti-hero has been receiving since the HBO show debuted.

While sitting down with The Hollywood Reporter, Hess told the outlet: “He’s become Internet Boyfriend in a way that baffles me.

“Not that Matt [Smith] isn’t incredibly charismatic and wonderful, and he’s incredible in the role.

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"But Daemon himself is… I don’t want him to be my boyfriend!”

She added: “I’m a little baffled how they’re all, ‘Oh, daddy!’

“I’m just like: ‘Really?’ How — in what way — was he a good partner, father or brother — to anybody? You got me. He ain’t Paul Rudd.”

Since Matt Smith graced the small screen with his blonde wig, the internet has been drooling over The Rogue Prince.

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While their taste might be questionable, fellow producer of the smash hit HBO show, Clare Kilner, said she understands the thirst for Daemon.

She said: “I just love the fact people are so involved with these characters, and I think that’s part of the fun of it.

“One minute you like someone, and the next minute you like someone else. But I’m not surprised.

"Matt is such a risk-taker in his performances and he’s got that little smile and, you know … you can’t help it! He is charismatic. People love a baddie. But I don’t think he’s particularly a good father or a good brother.”

However, along with his undeniable onscreen charm making viewers swoon, many have praised Smith’s performance and have predicted the role will score him an Emmy Award.

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After episode three aired, fans were taken aback by the Brit's acting chops, deeming him a scene-stealer without muttering a single line.

One viewer tweeted: “Matt Smith just stole that entire episode without speaking a single word. He's coming for that Emmy.” 

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Another agreed: “Nah Daemon really stole the entire episode without saying a single word of dialogue...... Matt Smith is coming for those Emmys man.” 

A third wrote: “Matt Smith should win an Emmy for his performance on #HouseoftheDragon.” 

While speaking with GQ, Smith said while the character might be perceived purely as a villain, there’s an ‘inner fragility’ to him that keeps him on his toes.

He added: “Often, in his head, he's doing things for a good cause.

"So I guess what I'm saying is, to some level, it's not just gratuitous violence. He's not violent just to be violent.

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"He's violent because he thinks there is a purpose to it, generally speaking.”

Featured Image Credit: HBO.

Topics: TV and Film, Celebrity, House of the Dragon

Charisa Bossinakis
Charisa Bossinakis

Charisa Bossinakis is an Associative Journalist at LADbible. Charisa has worked across various media platforms including, print, digital, radio and podcasting while maintaining the highest regard for quality work and integrity. She also covered everything from breaking news, to pop culture, entertainment and politics and is part of the editorial team for LADbible.

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