Matt Smith Embraces Daemon Targaryen's "Doesn't Give a F***" Attitude

“Yeah, because he doesn't give a fuck, excuse my language.” That's Matt Smith on his House of the Dragon character, Prince Daemon Targaryen. And honestly, who's surprised? Smith, known for his charismatic turn as the rogue prince in HBO's Game of Thrones prequel, recently told The Hollywood Reporter what he admires most about Daemon: his unapologetic, “I'm going to cut his head off anyway” attitude.

It's a perfect encapsulation of a character fans have loved and hated since season one. Daemon is the fiery, unpredictable heart of the Targaryen dynasty. He was sidelined from succession but ultimately became Queen Rhaenyra's fierce protector and consort. His "DGAF" philosophy is about to be tested like never before.

With the Targaryen civil war, the “Dance of the Dragons,” set to explode in the upcoming third season, Daemon's ruthless pragmatism will be front and center. Expect more heads to roll. House of the Dragon season three premieres June 21st on HBO.