Emma D’Arcy rose to fame thanks to her iconic role as Princess Rhaenyra Targarye in the newest HBO addition to the GoT universe, House of the Dragon. Before that, Emma starred in the upcoming comedy series Truth Seekers, released on Amazon Prime. Now that Emma is so successful, everyone wants to know more about them. Read on to learn 10 things you didn’t know about Emma D’Arcy.
1. Emma D’Arcy Is Non-binary
One of the things you should know about Emma D’Arcy is that they are non-binary and use the pronouns they/them. In one of their interviews, Emma explained that they always found themselves “both pulled and repelled by masculine and feminine identity”.
2. They Have Done Lots Of Theater Work
Even though Emma’s on-screen career is about to really take off, the theater is the place where Emma feels the most at home. They have had a successful theater career that includes appearances in productions like Romeo and Juliet, The Games We Played, and The Crucible.
3. They Are Formally Trained
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Being naturally gifted is one thing, but in the world of professional acting it will only take a person so far. As a result, many actors have discovered that getting an education on the overall craft is one of the best ways to achieve success. Emma studied acting at the Ruskin School of Art in Oxford, England.
4. They Are A Very Private Person
Most of us are used to knowing almost everything there is to know about celebrities, but that isn’t what Emma D’Arcy desires for themselves. They appear to be a very private individual who hasn’t divulged much personal information. Their preference for privacy is likely one of the reasons they are not very engaged with social media.
5. They’ve Signed To A Management Company
Signing to a management agency can be an extremely beneficial move for an actor. By working with an agency, actors are able to get their names in front of more people, and they are also more likely to hear about upcoming roles. Emma is signed to a UK-based agency called Roxanne Vaca Management.
6. Emma is From England
Not much is known about Emma’s life outside of work, but we do know that they were born and raised in England, where they still live today. They have not discussed any plans of wanting to move. Emma works with the Forward Arena Theatre Company in London, where they are the joint Artistic Director.
7. They Went Viral on TikTok For Their Cocktail Preference
If you haven’t been hiding under a rock lately, you probably know what Emma’s favorite cocktail is. The truth is, the entire internet knows this and it’s mostly because of the TikTok trend that started it all. When Emma did an interview with their co-star Olivia Crooke, they said that their favorite cocktail was Negroni sbagliato with prosecco in it. Add Emma’s soothing and smooth voice to it, and you’ve got yourself a TikTok trend.
8. They Love Plants
Emma is an avid plant lover. They have several plants that they take great pride in caring for. Hopefully, they have a green thumb, since taking care of plants can be much more difficult than it appears.
9. Emma Never Watched ‘Game of Thrones’ Until She Got Cast in ‘House of the Dragon’
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Believe it or not, but Emma didn’t watch Game of Thrones like the rest of us. Instead, they watched it after the casting for House of the Dragon. According to Emma, not being a crazy GoT fan actually worked in their favor. Here’s what they said, “I hadn’t seen it before I auditioned, which I honestly think is the only reason I’m able to do the job. There’s no way I’d have made it through the audition process if, at that time, I had the love for the show that I have now. I think I’d have buckled under the pressure.”
10. They Love Spending Time Outdoors
Being an actor can often mean long days and lots of time away from home. When Emma gets time off from work, they like to spend it getting some fresh air and enjoying the beauty of their surroundings. Emma loves being one with nature, and they spend a lot of time outdoors.
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