Manchester's Olivia Cooke discusses the challenges of her Northern accent in the acting world
'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.


