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Why Olivia Cooke is the reason we’re watching ‘The Girlfriend’

Why Olivia Cooke is the reason we're watching 'The Girlfriend'

Based on Michelle Frances' bestselling novel, The Girlfriend, Prime Video's thrilling new series has us captivated once again by the remarkable Olivia Cooke.

You may recognise Cooke for her standout role as Alicent Hightower in House of the Dragon, where her portrayal of the ambitious and dutiful character commanded our attention. Few could bring such depth to a role, especially one requiring a balance of power and poise.

At just 31 years old, Cooke is already on our radar as a fashion lover (she's an unofficial clotheshorse for Loewe), and as a creative. So here's everything you need to know about the actor.

 

Olivia Cooke is 31, flirty, and thriving...

An English native like co-star Emma D'arcy, Cooke has previously broken into the stratosphere with her starring role as Emma Decody in the A&E drama thriller series Bates Motel and as Becky Sharp in the period drama miniseries Vanity Fair

 

On House of the Dragon...

She plays the adult Alicent Hightower who who became the second wife to King Viserys I Targaryen. She was the daughter of Ser Otto Hightower, Hand of the King. She is precocious, clear-headed, and lovely in print and series adaptations, and steps into the role of Queen after the passing of Queen Eamma.

 

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She's a fan of Loewe...

I mean, who amongst us isn't? The actor has stepped out on multiple occasions in Loewe evening wear and casual attire. As then-creative director Jonathan Anderson's unofficial muse, she's proven herself a fanof an oversized knit or a custom royal-blue gown engineered by the House. You pick your poison.

 

And she has killer personal style

But don't let us tell you. Take a walk through Cooke's best looks, below.

 

 

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In the mood for more House of The Dragon? Drum up on your Emma D'arcy knowledge  or schedule your screenings at home for watching the show in Australia. 

 

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