Sue Perkins Apologizes for Misgendering 'House of the Dragon' Actor

Emma D’Arcy, a non-binary actor, discussed the privilege of representing gender nonconformity on the popular HBO show House of the Dragon, where they play Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen. The series took a bold move with a significant time jump in the sixth episode, leading to the recasting of characters including D’Arcy's role. British TV host Sue Perkins apologized for misgendering D’Arcy during an interview, using 'she' instead of 'they.' Perkins acknowledged the mistake and expressed regret for the oversight, emphasizing the importance of respecting D’Arcy's gender identity. Actor Matt Smith, co-starring with D’Arcy, ensured to use the correct pronouns, supporting D’Arcy's preference for 'they/them' and highlighting the significance of gender inclusivity in media representation.