Alicent Hightower

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Alicent Hightower is a fictional character encountered in George R. R. Martin's novel, Fire & Blood (2018). She is described as somewhat near a nasty and envious woman in the book series by other characters, whereas the television series depicts Alicent as an empathetic, caring, and zealous individual. In HBO's House of the Dragon, Alicent serves as one of the two central characters of the storyline, the other being Rhaenyra Targaryen. 
 
Queen Alicent Hightower was a member of House Hightower who became the second wife to King Viserys I Targaryen. She was the daughter of Ser Otto Hightower, who had been Hand of the King to Jaehaerys I, Viserys I, and later his grandson Aegon II. 
 
In House of the Dragon, Alicent is portrayed by actress Olivia Cooke, who recieved widespread critical acclaim for her portrayl as the character. Emily Carey portrayed a younger version of the character in the first five episodes of the first season, who also recieved praise for her performance. 
 

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Alicent Hightower is a fictional character encountered in George R. R. Martin's novel, Fire & Blood (2018). She is described as somewhat near a nasty and envious woman in the book series by other characters, whereas the television series depicts Alicent as an empathetic, caring, and zealous individual. In HBO's House of the Dragon, Alicent serves as one of the two central characters of the storyline, the other being Rhaenyra Targaryen. 
 
Queen Alicent Hightower was a member of House Hightower who became the second wife to King Viserys I Targaryen. She was the daughter of Ser Otto Hightower, who had been Hand of the King to Jaehaerys I, Viserys I, and later his grandson Aegon II. 
 
In House of the Dragon, Alicent is portrayed by actress Olivia Cooke, who recieved widespread critical acclaim for her portrayl as the character. Emily Carey portrayed a younger version of the character in the first five episodes of the first season, who also recieved praise for her performance. 
 

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