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Tanzyn Crawford Confronts Race-Based Backlash to A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Casting

She says George R.R. Martin told her she matched his vision for Tanselle, offering reassurance during a strong run that continues into a second season.

Overview

  • In a recent Wonderland interview, Crawford said she received negativity about her race after being cast as Tanselle.
  • She recounted Martin telling her, “you’re exactly what I pictured” for the character, which strengthened her confidence in the role.
  • Social media discourse included claims the prequel succeeded for being “non-woke” with two male leads, alongside criticism of Crawford’s inclusion.
  • The season one finale drew 9.5 million U.S. viewers in its first three days, and the series is averaging about 26 million viewers worldwide.
  • Season two is in production adapting The Sworn Sword, a story that does not feature Tanselle, and Crawford has joined Netflix’s live-action Assassin’s Creed.