Emilia Clarke Says She Doesn't Need to Justify Doing Nude Scenes For *Game Of Thrones* 

Emilia Clarke Says She Doesn't Need to Justify Doing Nude Scenes for

, Emilia Clarke plays a literal barrier-busting queen, and the actress herself is just badass IRL as her Khaleesi persona has proved to be in the Seven Kingdoms.

Most recently, Clarke channeled Daenerys Targaryen in a powerful new essay titled "The New Sexy," she penned for the Huffington Post U.K. in honor of its "All Women Everywhere" project. In it, she got real about gender equality.

Specifically, Clarke called out those who are looking for her to provide an explanation about her role as Khaleesi, as it relates to scenes in which she has appeared naked.

then, spoiler, you will have seen me in the nude," she wrote. "There are plenty of ways in which people want me to respond to questions about this fact. And plenty of reasons why I do not feel the need to justify myself."

Preach, Khaleesi. And just like her character, Clarke said she's intent on using her position in the spotlight to help other women achieve equality.

"Now I don’t know about you, but there are days where I feel like a guilty feminist," the actress wrote. "What am I actually doing every day to stand up for women’s rights? What can I take part in, against hate and oppression, to ensure that the women’s movement continues, and strengthens and grows? ... As my best friend would put it, I am a girl-boss, and I am in an industry where if I speak out against inequality I have a platform and might be lucky enough to have a chance of being heard. The roles I’ve played have given me an insight into what it feels like to be a woman who stands up to inequality and hate and stands out as a feminist."

This isn't the first time that Clarke has spoken out about how her character is an empowering figure for women. Last year, she told

that she's proud the women she's met have told her that Khaleesi makes them feel powerful.

on face value—blood, tits, dragons, swear words—you're like, Oh, this must be for guys," Emilia Clarke said. "But if you take that away, the story lines are fascinating depictions of the struggle for power. And women are in on that conversation!"

Chrissy Teigen Opens Up About Her Postpartum Depression

The Bachelor\'s Nick Viall on What Really Happened With Vanessa and Raven During Their Overnight Dates

Everything You Need to Know About the Women\'s Strike on March 8

14 Excellent Black-Owned Beauty Brands That Are Changing the Game

Starbucks Is So Over Winter, It Just Dropped Spring Cups!

Feels Like a Totally Different Show Than Last Season — Here’s Why

Justin Trudeau, Feminist Hero, Pledges $650 Million to Fight Against Anti-Abortion Laws

Corinne from 'The Bachelor' Had a Very Good Defense for Her Naps

I’m an Extrovert Dating an Introvert—Here’s How I Make It Work

EntertainmentDid 'This Is Us' Just Reveal How Jack Died?

EntertainmentThe Magical Music Video for John Legend and Ariana Grande’s “Beauty and the Beast” Is Here

Entertainment'Pretty Woman' Was Supposed to Have a Much Darker Ending

Your daily dose of the latest in fashion, beauty, and entertainment--delivered straight to your inbox

Glamour may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers.

The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast.