<p>Emilia Clarke needs no introduction. The actress rose to international fame thanks to her role as Daenerys Targaryen in 'Game of Thrones'. Recently, her millions of fans were filled with outrage after a CEO of an Australian television company Foxtel, Patrick Delany called Emilia a 'short, dumpy girl'. However, the network has issued an apology if ''his remarks were misunderstood.''<br />
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Delany made the controversial remark while he addressed the premiere event of HBO's most-anticipated sequel show 'House of Dragon'.<br />
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During the Sydney premiere, Delany was talking about the massive following 'Game of Thrones' had, when he started talking about Emilia's lead character Daenerys and made fun of her&nbsp;iconic scenes from the show when she steps into the burning fire.&nbsp;<br />
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“I was like, ‘What’s this show with the dumpy-looking girl who walks into the flames?’” he said about Emilia's character, as per Crikey.&nbsp;<br />
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However, as per the reports, everyone was left shocked.<br />
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“It felt like he was expecting us to laugh along but people in the room were obviously shocked by it,” one said.&nbsp;<br />
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“There was a bit of a gasp,” another said.<br />
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Later after the outrage, Foxtel issued an apology on behalf of its CEO, who has been one of the networks' heads since 2018 and clarified his message.&nbsp;<br />
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Further, they added on behalf of his comment, that for him the fantasy series was a very different thing: ''The aim was to convey that for him, Games of Thrones was something very different for television in 2011 and that Emilia Clarke went from relatively unknown to one of the most recognised and most-loved actors in television and film,' a spokesperson said on Wednesday.&nbsp;<br />
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''On behalf of Mr Delany, the Foxtel Group apologises if his remarks were misunderstood and caused any offence.''<br />
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Emilia is not part of the forthcoming series as the show will tell the origin story of her house&nbsp;Targaryen. She has also not reacted to Delany's shocking comment.&nbsp;<br />
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The HBO show 'Game of Thrones'&nbsp;is one of the most popular dramas of all time and is based on George R.R. Martin’s fictional book series.</p>


Emilia Clarke needs no introduction. The actress rose to international fame thanks to her role as Daenerys Targaryen in 'Game of Thrones'. Recently, her millions of fans were filled with outrage after a CEO of an Australian television company Foxtel, Patrick Delany called Emilia a 'short, dumpy girl'.

Emilia Clarke needs no introduction. The actress rose to international fame thanks to her role as Daenerys Targaryen in 'Game of Thrones'. Recently, her millions of fans were filled with outrage after a CEO of an Australian television company Foxtel, Patrick Delany called Emilia a 'short, dumpy girl'. However, the network has issued an apology if ''his remarks were misunderstood.'' Delany made the controversial remark while he addressed the premiere event of HBO's most-anticipated sequel show 'House of Dragon'. During the Sydney premiere, Delany was talking about the massive following 'Game of Thrones' had, when he started talking about Emilia's lead character Daenerys and made fun of her iconic scenes from the show when she steps into the burning fire. “I was like, ‘What’s this show with the dumpy-looking girl who walks into the flames?’” he said about Emilia's character, as per Crikey. However, as per the reports, everyone was left shocked. “It felt like he was expecting us to laugh along but people in the room were obviously shocked by it,” one said. “There was a bit of a gasp,” another said. Later after the outrage, Foxtel issued an apology on behalf of its CEO, who has been one of the networks' heads since 2018 and clarified his message. Further, they added on behalf of his comment, that for him the fantasy series was a very different thing: ''The aim was to convey that for him, Games of Thrones was something very different for television in 2011 and that Emilia Clarke went from relatively unknown to one of the most recognised and most-loved actors in television and film,' a spokesperson said on Wednesday. ''On behalf of Mr Delany, the Foxtel Group apologises if his remarks were misunderstood and caused any offence.'' Emilia is not part of the forthcoming series as the show will tell the origin story of her house Targaryen. She has also not reacted to Delany's shocking comment. The HBO show 'Game of Thrones' is one of the most popular dramas of all time and is based on George R.R. Martin’s fictional book series.

Foxtel CEO calls Emilia Clarke 'short, dumpy girl' at House of the Dragon premiere, network issues apology

<p>The trailer for HBO’s most awaited series, 'House of the Dragon’ is here and fans are already super excited to see what it has to offer. The series is a spinoff of the hit period war drama ‘Game of Thrones,'&nbsp;which first premiered in 2011. The prequel show is set two centuries before the War of the Five Kings and is based on the original writer George R.R.&nbsp;Martin's book 'Fire &amp; Blood' which will tell the backstory of House Targaryen, which is reduced to just two members by the time 'Game of Thrones' begins—Viserys (Harry Lloyd) and Daenerys (Emilia Clarke).&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the struggle for the iron thrones begins, the spinoff of 'GoT'&nbsp;may not be the last one on HBO. Up to this date, we have only had the adaptation of the ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ from the book. But there are several sources of material by George R.R. Martin that can be developed into a television series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The show’s co-creator, Miguel Sapochnik, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, explains how ‘House of the Dragon’ might serve as the foundation for more future stories. Sapochnik said, "The Targaryens span both directions. So as a spine to other possible stories and spinoffs... this is a great place to start."&nbsp;</p>

<p>And this could be right, given the numerous characters introduced in the show, like that of The Targaryens, who may have plenty of opportunities for exploration, from Aegon's conquest to the Doom of Valyria.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch the 'House of the Dragon' trailer here:-&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>As reported by Movieweb.com, HBO Chief Content Officer Casey Bloys said, "I also liked the idea of focusing on one family, and obviously the Targaryens have a lot of drama to go around. I also liked how empires can quickly fall - those are the types of conversations we are having in our own country, which I don't think is anything I would've thought we'd be talking about 20 years ago."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, ‘House of the Dragon’ is not the first spinoff of ‘Game of Thrones’ that was planned, but it is the first to be delivered to the audience. 'Bloodmoon' was the first spinoff from the ‘Game of Thrones’ series that was initially decided, and it would centre on The Long Knight. However, after a $30 million pilot episode, the Naomi Watts-starring television series was ultimately cancelled.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-house-of-the-dragon-trailer-hbo-series-promises-fiery-dragon-battles-in-an-older-struggle-for-iron-throne-499323">'House of the Dragon' trailer: HBO series promises fiery dragon battles in an older struggle for Iron Throne</a></p>

<p>Last March, news about three ‘GoT’ spinoffs were reported to be in production, the first of which was ‘The Sea Snake’, which would focus on Corlys Velaryon, aka The Sea Snake. Steve Toussaint will be seen playing the character in the ‘House of the Dragon.’&nbsp;</p>

<p>HBO is also developing ‘Ten Thousand Ships’, which will follow the story of Princess Nymeria, a member of House Martell who built Dorne. The series is being written by Amanda Segel, who has given a few draughts to George R.R. Martin. Additionally, there are rumours surrounding a series called 'Flea Bottom’, to be based on the King's Landing Slums, a place where the poorest citizens of Westeros' capital city reside, which is also reported to be in development at HBO.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, actress Emilia Clarke last month confirmed that a spinoff series starring Kit Harrington's character Jon Snow was in the works. Therefore, don't be surprised if more spinoffs of Game of Thrones' expansion are announced in the future.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kit-harington-involved-in-game-of-thrones-jon-snow-sequel-series-says-emilia-clarke-491177">Kit Harington involved in 'Game of Thrones' Jon Snow sequel series, says Emilia Clarke</a></p>


The trailer for HBO’s most awaited series, 'House of the Dragon’ is here and fans are already super excited to see what it has to offer. The series is a spinoff of the hit period war drama ‘Game of Thrones,' which first premiered in 2011.

The trailer for HBO’s most awaited series, 'House of the Dragon’ is here and fans are already super excited to see what it has to offer. The series is a spinoff of the hit period war drama ‘Game of Thrones,' which first premiered in 2011. The prequel show is set two centuries before the War of the Five Kings and is based on the original writer George R.R. Martin's book 'Fire & Blood' which will tell the backstory of House Targaryen, which is reduced to just two members by the time 'Game of Thrones' begins—Viserys (Harry Lloyd) and Daenerys (Emilia Clarke). As the struggle for the iron thrones begins, the spinoff of 'GoT' may not be the last one on HBO. Up to this date, we have only had the adaptation of the ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ from the book. But there are several sources of material by George R.R. Martin that can be developed into a television series. The show’s co-creator, Miguel Sapochnik, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, explains how ‘House of the Dragon’ might serve as the foundation for more future stories. Sapochnik said, "The Targaryens span both directions. So as a spine to other possible stories and spinoffs... this is a great place to start." And this could be right, given the numerous characters introduced in the show, like that of The Targaryens, who may have plenty of opportunities for exploration, from Aegon's conquest to the Doom of Valyria. Watch the 'House of the Dragon' trailer here:- As reported by Movieweb.com, HBO Chief Content Officer Casey Bloys said, "I also liked the idea of focusing on one family, and obviously the Targaryens have a lot of drama to go around. I also liked how empires can quickly fall - those are the types of conversations we are having in our own country, which I don't think is anything I would've thought we'd be talking about 20 years ago." Meanwhile, ‘House of the Dragon’ is not the first spinoff of ‘Game of Thrones’ that was planned, but it is the first to be delivered to the audience. 'Bloodmoon' was the first spinoff from the ‘Game of Thrones’ series that was initially decided, and it would centre on The Long Knight. However, after a $30 million pilot episode, the Naomi Watts-starring television series was ultimately cancelled. Also Read: 'House of the Dragon' trailer: HBO series promises fiery dragon battles in an older struggle for Iron Throne Last March, news about three ‘GoT’ spinoffs were reported to be in production, the first of which was ‘The Sea Snake’, which would focus on Corlys Velaryon, aka The Sea Snake. Steve Toussaint will be seen playing the character in the ‘House of the Dragon.’ HBO is also developing ‘Ten Thousand Ships’, which will follow the story of Princess Nymeria, a member of House Martell who built Dorne. The series is being written by Amanda Segel, who has given a few draughts to George R.R. Martin. Additionally, there are rumours surrounding a series called 'Flea Bottom’, to be based on the King's Landing Slums, a place where the poorest citizens of Westeros' capital city reside, which is also reported to be in development at HBO. Meanwhile, actress Emilia Clarke last month confirmed that a spinoff series starring Kit Harrington's character Jon Snow was in the works. Therefore, don't be surprised if more spinoffs of Game of Thrones' expansion are announced in the future. Also Read: Kit Harington involved in 'Game of Thrones' Jon Snow sequel series, says Emilia Clarke

HBO's GOT spinoff 'House of the Dragon' is a gateway for more stories to be told

<p>Here are the Targaryens!<br />
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'Game of Thrones prequel series 'House of the Dragon' has officially started filming,&nbsp;a few days after the producer HBO confirmed the production was underway.&nbsp;<br />
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Now, few photos from the set have emerged of film crews and actor donned in GOT costumes&nbsp;with a blonde wig. The pictures show stars, Matt Smith and Emma D'Arcy, at Holywell Bay near Newquay in Cornwall. The stars looked completely unrecognizable as Smith is all dressed as Prince Daemon Targaryen sporting a long black jacket and knee-high boots. Meanwhile Emma as Rhaenyra Targaryen wearing a long maroon dress.</p>

<p>In the scene, they are looking serious and talking in the sandy location. Further dozens of crew members could be seen working with the mask on.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>HBO announced on Twitter that the filming for ‘House of the Dragon’ has begun in the UK. The team also released a behind-the-scenes photo of a socially distanced table read.</p>

<p>''Fire will reign 🔥#HouseoftheDragon is officially in production. Follow @HouseofDragon for all updates''. They captioned the photo</p>

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<p>The upcoming series tells the story of the Targaryen family in Westeros and is set 300 years before the events in ‘Game of Thrones'. The drama is from co-showrunners Ryan Condal (Colony) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones) and executive producer and saga author George R.R. Martin.<br />
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The series stars Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower, Emma D'Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, Paddy Considine as King Viserys Targaryen, Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen, Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon a.k.a. The Sea Snake, Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Velaryon, Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower, Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria and Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole.<br />
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‘House of the Dragon’ is slated to premiere in 2022.</p>


Here are the Targaryens! 'Game of Thrones prequel series 'House of the Dragon' has officially started filming, a few days after the producer HBO confirmed the production was underway.

Here are the Targaryens! 'Game of Thrones prequel series 'House of the Dragon' has officially started filming, a few days after the producer HBO confirmed the production was underway. Now, few photos from the set have emerged of film crews and actor donned in GOT costumes with a blonde wig. The pictures show stars, Matt Smith and Emma D'Arcy, at Holywell Bay near Newquay in Cornwall. The stars looked completely unrecognizable as Smith is all dressed as Prince Daemon Targaryen sporting a long black jacket and knee-high boots. Meanwhile Emma as Rhaenyra Targaryen wearing a long maroon dress. In the scene, they are looking serious and talking in the sandy location. Further dozens of crew members could be seen working with the mask on. Screamsssss in Valyrian!!! #HouseTargaryen is at Dragonstone!!! Rhaenyra and Daemon!! #HouseoftheDragon #DRACARYS I love to seeee it❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/XHcP5hP8WS — Mj (@ThisGrayArea) April 28, 2021 × It's happening! Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen and Emma D'Arcy as Rhaenyra Targaryen begin filming their first scenes of #HouseOfTheDragon pic.twitter.com/WcmLNX8tuV — House of the Dragon Fans (@HouseDragonFans) April 28, 2021 × The first images from the set of House of the Dragon featuring Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma d'Arcy) and Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith). #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/b4dWcIYcNZ — House of the Dragon (@houseofdragontv) April 28, 2021 × HBO announced on Twitter that the filming for ‘House of the Dragon’ has begun in the UK. The team also released a behind-the-scenes photo of a socially distanced table read. ''Fire will reign 🔥#HouseoftheDragon is officially in production. Follow @HouseofDragon for all updates''. They captioned the photo Fire will reign 🔥 The @HBO original series #HouseoftheDragon is officially in production. Coming soon to @HBOMax in 2022. pic.twitter.com/tPX8n2IvGW — House of the Dragon (@HouseofDragon) April 26, 2021 × The upcoming series tells the story of the Targaryen family in Westeros and is set 300 years before the events in ‘Game of Thrones'. The drama is from co-showrunners Ryan Condal (Colony) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones) and executive producer and saga author George R.R. Martin. The series stars Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower, Emma D'Arcy as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, Paddy Considine as King Viserys Targaryen, Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen, Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon a.k.a. The Sea Snake, Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Velaryon, Rhys Ifans as Otto Hightower, Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria and Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole. ‘House of the Dragon’ is slated to premiere in 2022.

Targaryens are back! New set photos of Matt Smith & Emma D’Arcy from 'House Of The Dragon' filming

<p>With HBO finalising its casting for ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series, another name has gotten added in the list -- Fabien Frankel will play a key role in the upcoming ‘House of the Dragon’ show.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fabien Frankel will be seen playing the role of Ser Criston Cole, a member of King Viserys I Targaryen's Kingsguard, a knight whose bold actions helped pave the way to civil war.</p>

<p>On his blog, Martin wrote, "He is the common-born son of the steward to the Lord of Blackhaven. He has no claim to lands or titles, all he has is his honor and his skill with sword and lance. He is a challenger, a champion, cheered by the commons, beloved of the ladies. He is a lover (or is he?), a seducer (or is he?), a betrayer (or is he?), a breaker of hearts and a maker of kings … Welcome to Westeros, Fabien. And do keep that sword sharp."</p>

<p>‘House of the Dragon’ tells the story of the Targaryen family in Westeros and is set 300 years before the events in ‘Game of Thrones’. The drama is from co-showrunners Ryan Condal (Colony) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones) and is expected to start production this month in the U.K. for its planned 2022 debut.</p>

<p>The series previously announced stars Olivia Cooke, Emma D'Arcy, Paddy Considine and Matt Smith.</p>

<p>‘House of the Dragon’ is one of six Game of Thrones’ prequel projects in the works at HBO. There is also a Broadway/ West End in development.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hbo-has-three-more-game-of-thrones-spinoffs-on-the-list-heres-what-we-know-so-far-371706">HBO has three more 'Game of Thrones' spinoffs on the list; here's what we know so far</a></p>


With HBO finalising its casting for ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series, another name has gotten added in the list -- Fabien Frankel will play a key role in the upcoming ‘House of the Dragon’ show.

With HBO finalising its casting for ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series, another name has gotten added in the list -- Fabien Frankel will play a key role in the upcoming ‘House of the Dragon’ show. Fabien Frankel will be seen playing the role of Ser Criston Cole, a member of King Viserys I Targaryen's Kingsguard, a knight whose bold actions helped pave the way to civil war. On his blog, Martin wrote, "He is the common-born son of the steward to the Lord of Blackhaven. He has no claim to lands or titles, all he has is his honor and his skill with sword and lance. He is a challenger, a champion, cheered by the commons, beloved of the ladies. He is a lover (or is he?), a seducer (or is he?), a betrayer (or is he?), a breaker of hearts and a maker of kings … Welcome to Westeros, Fabien. And do keep that sword sharp." ‘House of the Dragon’ tells the story of the Targaryen family in Westeros and is set 300 years before the events in ‘Game of Thrones’. The drama is from co-showrunners Ryan Condal (Colony) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones) and is expected to start production this month in the U.K. for its planned 2022 debut. The series previously announced stars Olivia Cooke, Emma D'Arcy, Paddy Considine and Matt Smith. ‘House of the Dragon’ is one of six Game of Thrones’ prequel projects in the works at HBO. There is also a Broadway/ West End in development. HBO has three more 'Game of Thrones' spinoffs on the list; here's what we know so far

Game of Thrones prequel 'House of Dragon' casts Fabien Frankel in key role