House of the Dragon producer doesn't understand fans who love Daemon

A producer on House of the Dragon has revealed how she doesn't understand why fans love Daemon so much.

Daemon Targaryen has so far proven himself to be a murderer, manipulator, abuser, and a liar in the series - all in all a pretty terrible person.

She continued: "Not that Matt isn't incredibly charismatic and wonderful, and he's incredible in the role. But Daemon himself is ... I don't want him to be my boyfriend! I'm a little baffled how they're all, 'Oh, daddy!' And 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."

However, House of the Dragon's director Clare Kilner had a different view, saying that she wasn't surprised with the love and affection for Daemon, despite him being a terrible guy.

In the same interview, 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."

Hess also hinted to the publication about what may be on the cards for Daemon in the upcoming season one finale and series two.

Hess said: "We will see a different side of him.

"And right now, we're writing season two and figuring out, what is the nature of his relationship with Rhaenyra? There are many interpretations [in George R.R. Martin's book Fire & Blood] to that."

And Matt Smith's performance wasn't the only performance that has captivated audiences, as George R.R Martin heavily praised Paddy Considine for his portrayal of King Viserys I.