Olivia Cooke shed light on a sex scene that did not make the final cut of 'House of the Dragon.' The actress, who portrays Alicent Hightower in the HBO series, described the scene as "messy," "animalistic," and "carnal." While Cooke disagreed with showrunner Ryan Condal's decision to cut the scene, she acknowledged that it was ultimately his call. Despite initially expecting more sex scenes, Cooke expressed relief that the ones included in the series focus on telling a story and showcasing her character being pleasured rather than being gratuitous. In a recent interview, Cooke's co-star Emma D'Arcy praised the bond they share and credited Cooke as a pillar in her life. D'Arcy highlighted the importance of their friendship, which has strengthened despite the short time they have known each other.