#AKnightOfTheSevenKingdoms star Tanzyn Crawford clapped back recently to fan backlash to her race, saying that she endured “negativity” around Tanselle Too-Tall. The latest #GameOfThrones prequel was praised in some circles for not being “woke” and starring two male leads in masculine and heroic roles. But others took issue with Crawford’s casting as Tanselle, the puppeteer who catches Dunk’s eye at the Ashford Meadows tourney. “It was intimidating to step into something that people are so connected to, love so much and have a lot of opinions about,” Crawford said. “I definitely did get some negativity around race, but at the end of the day, I’m employed — and I’m following my dreams.” More at the link in bio. Photos: HBO