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Rumor: House of the Dragon’s Matt Smith and Olivia Cooke are dating, but the “evidence” is weak

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Rumor: House of the Dragon's Matt Smith and Olivia Cooke are dating, but the "evidence" is weak

As a hardcore Westeros enthusiast and member of the House of the Dragon fandom, I can tell you that my life has become a rollercoaster ride of dragons, drama, and the occasional celebrity gossip. The latest rumors about Olivia Cooke and Matt Smith dating have sent ripples through our community, but as someone who’s been burned by baseless gossip before, I’m taking this one with a grain of salt.

Being deeply immersed in the fanbase of “House of the Dragon,” I can honestly say that Westeros is as much a part of my life as it is a fictional realm. I keep tabs on the cast and listen in on the chatter among fellow enthusiasts online. When whispers started circulating about two stars potentially dating, I felt compelled to play detective. The reactions have been quite varied, but I believe we should all remain calm for now. The gossip mill is spinning that Olivia Cooke and Matt Smith might be together, but no concrete evidence has surfaced yet.

Despite Olivia Cooke and She-who-plays-Daemon Targaryen (let’s call her Smith for simplicity) having limited scenes together in the Game of Thrones prequel, their off-screen bond appears strong. This is hinted at by promotional materials for the series and some candid photos of them socializing. However, speculation about their romantic involvement seems to stem from an anonymous tip sent to the gossip site Deuxmoi.

After scanning through a collection of advice posted on the Deuxmoi Instagram account, enthusiasts of “House of the Dragon” found themselves intrigued when they encountered a reference to “two British actors who appear in this highly-acclaimed HBO series” now reportedly in a romantic relationship. Although no further details were provided about these actors, many speculate that it could be Cooke and Smith. Once this rumor circulated on social platforms, it rapidly gained traction despite lacking substantial context or proof.

Here’s the full blind item, shared by a fan on X:

Indeed, the “evidence” supporting this supposed relationship between Cooke and Smith appears quite weak. However, it hasn’t deterred enthusiastic fans from spreading rumors. Some express disappointment at the notion of their favorite actors dating, while others are already creating tribute videos featuring the on-screen duo. A few speculate that the blind item might pertain to two other cast members instead, with one theory pointing towards Steve Toussaint (Corlys) and Eve Best (Rhaenys). Just remember, this is all mere speculation and not something to be given much credence.

During an Instagram Q&A session, Deuxmoi has addressed queries regarding Cooke and Smith, suggesting that they have no solid reason to believe any romantic involvement between the two. When someone inquired if there were rumors about Cooke dating either Smith or her fellow co-star Fabien Frankel (Criston), Deuxmoi asked for clarification on whether there was concrete proof supporting such speculation, implying that such a relationship might be unlikely based on available evidence.

A captivating aspect of this mystery piece is the enigmatic subject line, “Team Switzerland.” This term could imply that the source is taking a neutral stance, or it could suggest a link between the two stars and Switzerland, such as them filming there. However, ‘House of the Dragon’ does not shoot in Switzerland, and I’m unsure if any other prominent HBO series does either. Consequently, I’ve been struggling to discern any ties between these actors and the country.

It’s been speculated that Cooke and Smith might be in a romantic relationship, but they seem to prefer to keep such personal matters under wraps. If they are indeed dating, it may remain unknown. I’m all for their relationship as they are both exceptionally gifted individuals contributing to one of my favorite series. However, those hoping for a confirmation should not hold their breath, as it might take some time.

House of the Dragon has been renewed for season 3, which will likely premiere in 2026.

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2024-08-15 00:41

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