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‘A Knight of Seven Kingdoms’ Actress Responds to Racial Backlash About Her Role

The Hollywood Reporter notes A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms earned strong viewers and growth across its six-episode run.
Tanzyn Crawford portrays Tanselle, a traveling performer from Dorne, amid social media scrutiny over her race.
Crawford said she faced negativity around race but remains employed and pursuing her dreams.
George R.R. Martin told Crawford she matched the vision he had for Tanselle, per the interview.
Tanselle’s storyline and Crawford’s casting are part of a broader debate on representation in fantasy TV.
Crawford announced a future role in Netflix’s live-action Assassin’s Creed adaptation.
The finale reached season-high ratings within its first days of release.
The show averages 26 million viewers worldwide since its January 18 premiere.
Crawford joined Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed live-action project after A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.
The article frames the discussion as part of broader trends in fan reaction to race in fantasy casting.

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