'Game of Thrones' star says she 'got rid' of Manchester accent to be successful

'House of the Dragon' star Olivia Cooke has opened up about abandoning her Northern accent to advance her acting career. The 30 year old actress, who captivated audiences with her portrayal of Alicent Hightower in the 'Game of Thrones' prequel, discussed the pressures of conforming to industry expectations and how her Oldham accent, a reminder of her working-class roots, once made her feel inferior among her middle-class peers.

She went on to reveal her ongoing battle with this issue: "I speak about that to my therapist and try not to do it, but I do have a chip on my shoulder about being working class." Prior to her role in 'House of the Dragon', Olivia gained acclaim for her performance as Becky Sharp in ITV's adaptation of 'Vanity Fair', earning her significant praise for her take on Thackeray's shrewd protagonist.

Olivia emphasised the importance of drama education for more than just paving a way into the industry, saying: "But drama class is not just about getting into this industry it can help kids to grow in confidence and feel accepted."

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