The world of Westeros came together at the 2026 Emmy Awards as Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke and House of the Dragon actor Emma D’Arcy shared the stage in a special Targaryen reunion. Clarke, who played Daenerys Targaryen in the original HBO series, and D’Arcy, who portrays Rhaenyra Targaryen in its prequel, presented the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. The honour ultimately went to Sally Field for Remarkably Bright Creatures.

Emilia Clarke and Emma D'Arcy's Targaryen reunion

The presenters added a fun Westerosi touch to the ceremony by speaking in High Valyrian, connecting their characters despite the centuries separating their respective stories. The moment delighted fans, particularly as both actors have become closely associated with the Targaryen dynasty, one of the most powerful families in the Game of Thrones universe. The two actors presented the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, which went to Sally Field for Remarkably Bright Creatures. Clarke has received four Emmy nominations for her work on Game of Thrones, while D’Arcy is yet to receive an Emmy nomination.