With House of the Dragon season 2 upon us, various characters will have greater importance than ever before, including the daughters of Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith), Baela (Bethany Antonia) and Rhaena (Phoebe Campbell).
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As part of Team Black, they've become interwoven into the family and have big roles to play in fortifying Queen Rhaenyra Targaren's (Emma D'Arcy) claim to the throne.
Recently opening up about their marriage, actress Bethany Antonia described the pair to RadioTimes.com as a "ray of light" amid the darkness.
Jacaerys actor Harry Collett added: "When you're watching season 2, just enjoy Jace and Baela grow as people, right before your very eyes. Apart from Corlys and Rhaenys, they're the healthiest couple in Westeros because they do genuinely love each other... just enjoy watching Jace and Baela's relationship and how it grows and how they grow as people through all the emotions that are so high in the season."
So, as the sisters return to the series, here's everything you need to know about Baela and Rhaena Targaryen.
Who are Baela and Rhaena Targaryen in House of the Dragon?
Lady Baela and Lady Rhaena Targaryen are the daughters of Prince Daemon Targaryen and Lady Laena Velaryon.
The pair were dragonriders, with Baela choosing Moondancer, a young and small dragon, while Rhaena, after some trying, bonded with Dreamfyre.
Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen, Bethany Antonia as Lady Baela Targaryen and Eve Best as Princess Rhaenys Targaryen in House of the Dragon. HBO
Baela was betrothed to marry her cousin Jacaerys Velaryon in a deal conjured up between Princess Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Princess Rhaenys (Eve Best).
Meanwhile, Rhaena was betrothed to marry her cousin Lucerys – although Lucerys's death at the end of season 1 meant the pair were never married.
Going into season 2, Baela and Jace have a happy marriage. We know that Daemon, Baela's father, is set to go through a big character challenge this season – but how will it affect her and her sister?
Who plays Lady Baela Targaryen in House of the Dragon?
Lady Baela Targaryen is played by Bethany Antonia in House of the Dragon. She was played by Shani Smethurst as a child.
Viewers may recognise the Birmingham-born actress from Netflix series Stay Close, where she played Kayleigh Shaw.
Harry Collett as Jacaerys Velaryon and Bethany Antonia as Baela Velaryon in House of the Dragon season 2. HBO
Antonia also starred in 2020's Get Even as Margot, and had smaller roles in Stath Lets Flats and Doctors.
The actress will also star in Russell T Davies's next series, Nolly.
Who plays Lady Rhaena Targaryen in House of the Dragon?
Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen in House of the Dragon Ollie Upton/HBO
Rhaena Targaryen is played by Phoebe Campbell in House of the Dragon. She was played by Eva Ossei-Gerning as a child.
Campbell also starred in Midsomer Murders, Home from Home and The Last Dragonslayer.
House of the Dragon season 2 will air on Sky Atlantic and NOW in the UK from 17th June – find out more about how to sign up for Sky TV.
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Helen Daly is the Associate Editor for Radio Times, overseeing new initiatives and commercial projects for the brand. She was previously Deputy TV Editor at a national publication. She has a BA in English Literature and an MA in Media & Journalism from Newcastle University.
Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.
