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Simone Ashley, known for Bridgerton, is set to star in the much-anticipated The Devil Wears Prada 2. Filmmaker David Frankel is returning in a directorial role alongside the leading trio of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt in the sequel to the iconic 2006 blockbuster. The sequel will focus on Miranda Priestly struggling to adapt to the changing landscape of the industry.

And Simone Ashley has also joined the ensemble. Since the film underwent production, the 30-year-old actress has been spotted serving several stunning looks on the set of the upcoming movie. However, details regarding her role remain under wraps.

Ashley is not the only new name in the upcoming sequel; other new names include Lucy Liu, Conrad Ricamora, Justin Theroux, Pauline Chalamet, B.J. Novak, Kenneth Branagh, Helen J. Shen, and comedian Caleb Hearon.

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Simone Ashley landed her first-ever role as a background character in 2015’s Straight Outta Compton. It was this small role that led to her appearances in episodes of Wolfblood and Broadchurch and her breakthrough role in Sex Education. Ashley’s casting in Bridgerton was announced when Season 1 of her other Netflix show became a major streaming hit.

Bridgerton gave her immense popularity and propelled her into a TV lead status. Fans of the regency romance drama would be thrilled to know that Ashley is reportedly part of The Devil Wears Prada sequel. Deadline reported that the actress has joined the ensemble cast, featuring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.

Ashley joined the cast after it was earlier reported that Kenneth Branagh was tapped for a role in the sequel. The new film will explore Meryl Streep’s character Miranda Priestly as she confronts the reality of the decline of the print industry.

The Devil Wears Pradasequel has added several new cast members to its glittering ensemble — and we know what you're thinking, a star-studded cast? For The Devil Wears Prada 2? Groundbreaking. But in this case, it is groundbreaking, as the high-profile group join Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, who are all reprising their beloved roles from the original 2006 film, alongside Kenneth Branagh, who was previously announced to be playing a character with a close connection to Streep's Miranda Priestly.

Fan-favorite Bridgerton star Simone Ashley, who is best known for playing leading lady Kate Sharma in Netflix's regency romance series, is one of the newest additions to The Devil Wears Prada 2 cast, sources told Deadline. Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, and Pauline Chalamet have also joined the call sheet, alongside Broadway stars Helen J. Shen and Conrad Ricamora, as well as comedian Caleb Hearon, per Variety.

Everyone stop what you’re doing: The Devil Wears Prada 2just added a major dose of Regency-era royalty to its fashion-forward sequel. Simone Ashley, best known for her scene-stealing role as Kate Sharma in Bridgerton, is officially joining the cast of 20th Century Studios’ long-awaited follow-up to the 2006 blockbuster, as per Deadline.

She’ll star opposite returning icons Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, as well as recent addition Kenneth Branagh, who plays Miranda Priestly’s husband. Details of Ashley’s role are still under wraps, but with the film diving deep into a battle between old-school editorial and new era marketing magic and nous, it’s safe to assume she’s bringing more than a little edge to the runway. Groundbreaking.

Directed once again by David Frankel, with a script by original scribe Aline Brosh McKenna, The Devil Wears Prada 2 picks up with Miranda (Streep...

Brad Pitt's "F1" (aka "F1: The Movie") recently hit theaters and has generated a great deal of buzz in the early going. Much of that has to do with its thrilling depiction of Formula 1 racing, thanks to the lens of "Top Gun: Maverick" director Joseph Kosinski. "F1," as a result, was a big hit for Apple at the box office out of the gate. Unfortunately, though, one cast member who originally had a bigger role in the movie wound up having her screen time chopped down to almost nothing.

Simone Ashley, who many people will know as Kate Sharma from "Bridgerton" season 2, was originally set to star alongside Pitt, Javier Bardem, and Damson Idris in the racing blockbuster. However, her role was essentially cut from the movie, though she does briefly appear in a scene with no lines. So, what happened? In an interview with People, Kosinski explained...

Simone Ashley rose to fame after portraying Kate Sharma in season 2 of Bridgerton, and she’s now speaking out about some of the negatives that came along with her quick rise to being a celebrity.

The 30-year-old actress also appeared in season 3 and will appear in 2026′s fourth season as well.

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“When Bridgerton came out, those were some of the best years of my life, but I also had a lot of anxiety. I was coming to terms with what I wanted and what I didn’t, learning lessons about what really matters to me, taming my ego, listening to my heart… Life has changed and there are certain things I can and can’t do now. There was a time when I didn’t leave the house often because I was afraid of being recognized. But it’s a journey and I’ve...

If you were nervous about Jonathan Bailey and his fan-favorite character Anthony Bridgerton not appearing in future seasons of the hit Netflix historical romance, then worry no longer! The actor has made it clear he's not going anywhere, as long as the show keeps calling him back for more. With how much us fans love him, I'd hope the series would continue to do so.

The Bridgerton star recently spoke with The Hollywood Reporter about his time before the drama, teased a little bit of what's to come in season 4 (hint: he confirmed there is a wedding!), and told the news outlet about his successful career following his character's more central storylines in the first two seasons. The great news is that while we are waiting for the fourth season, coming in 2026, Netflix has already renewed the series for seasons 5 and 6. With these updates, Bailey is definitely in it for the long haul.

Season 2 of Bridgerton gave the audience one of the genre’s most electric love stories in the series so far. The slow-burn romance between Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma has comfortably established its position as one of the best love stories in the Bridgerton franchise.

The season rose to popularity primarily because of the iconic “bane of my existence” scene between Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley. Delivered with an electrifying sense of desperation and urgency by Bailey, the impassioned confession became an instant cult-favorite and a classic Bridgerton reference.

That one Kanthony scene holds so much emotional weight that Season 3, despite strong performances, just failed to live up to the mark. While Colin and Penelope’s romance was no less fulfilling, I’m afraid Kanthony’s chemistry might have set the standards too high.

The Bridgerton scene that set the bar too high

It’s safe to say Anthony Bridgerton...

Bridgerton season 4 is still a ways away, so you know that means we'll take any little tease that we can get! Thankfully, we've had a first-look with the upcoming masquerade ball, some fantastically beautiful images of this season's central couple, Benedict and Sophie, and even a sneak peek clip of when this Bridgerton sibling first lays eyes on her.

Well, his onscreen older brother also had a tease to share. Jonathan Bailey, aka Anthony, the eldest Bridgerton sibling, spoke with The Hollywood Reporter recently about his career. Of course the hit Netflix historical drama came up, and he revealed a little spoiler about the upcoming season. He told the news outlet that he'd been "filming a wedding... People know that people get married in Bridgerton — that’s not a spoiler, right?”

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Overall, it's not a huge spoiler, but his comment does confirm that there indeed is a...

As we continue to wait for an official Bridgerton season 4 release date, our eyes are on signs that filming has wrapped and which parts of the novels will make it to the story. At the same time, we’re getting a few teases of new cast members joining the series.

What’s On Netflix has the latest tea about new cast members, making Bridgerton season 4 grow bigger as the months roll along. It looks like most of the main production has finished, with the official wrap party already taking place, but there are still some smaller scenes that seem to be filming. This could also be reshoots, which are normal for post-production, and they’re part of the reason why post-production can take a few months.

Bridgerton. (L to R) Shelley Conn as Mary Sharma, Ruth Gemmell as Lady Violet Bridgerton, Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma, Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton,...

Bridgerton’s Leading Ladies In Ornate Regency-Era Outfits ( Photo Credit – X )

Bridgerton continues to be one of the most popular shows on Netflix of all time. It’s due to the success, fanbase, and massive viewership of the period drama that it has already been renewed for seasons 5 and 6. All this comes ahead of Bridgerton’s fourth season which is slated for a 2026 release.

The regency show enjoys an extended cast of various characters and a star-studded cast, right from Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley to Adjoa Andoh and rising stars who are entering the industry or cementing their place. Here’s a cast and character guide of the main roles of Bridgerton.

Bridgerton: Cast & Character Guide Daphne Bridgerton (Played By Phoebe Dynevor)

First and foremost, the leading lady of season one. Daphne Bridgerton is the fourth-born Bridgerton and the first daughter of Violet and Edmund. She is the...

After the news that Bridgerton Season 4 will officially be coming next year, we're learning a little more about the upcoming season. The season will be based on Julia Quinn's third Bridgerton book, An Offer from a Gentleman, and feature Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) as the leading man. Now, composer Kris Bowers is dishing on the music for the upcoming season as well as the connection to its prequel series, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

Bowers tells Shondaland that “I created a slightly different sound, which was a lot of fun in terms of fresh instrumentation and approach to the music for the Bridgerton world." He says, "There’s a slight connection to Queen Charlotte for me [personally] because of the fact that you’re seeing people who are maybe not as commonly seen in high society.” We also already know that the sound of Taylor Swift is returning once again to the series.

Dearest gentle reader, the Viscount and Viscountess Bridgerton — yes, Anthony and Kate — are set to grace our screens once more, and I, for one, am positively beside myself. But there’s one relic from Season 2 I shan’t be pining for. What is you ask, gentlest reader?

Miss Edwina Sharma. After countless rewatches and many months of soul-searching (read: dramatic sighing and pausing at every Kanthony eye contact), I’ve finally come to a most unladylike conclusion.

I do not like her. Not even a little. Not even a whisper of affection remains.

How season 2 delayed Kanthony’s spark — and Bridgerton suffered Edwina Sharma, Kate Sharma, Mary Sharma, Anthony Bridgerton in Bridgerton | Credits: Netflix

The first three episodes of Bridgerton Season 2 begin with the grace of a well-rehearsed waltz — each character stepping smartly into place, promising a season ripe with romantic tension and scandal. But alas, as the story unfolds,...

Updated with the Latest: Bridgerton will see its next diamond society debut in 2026.

Season 4 has begun production. Valentine’s Day brought the ton a romantic gift of a first look at the next season. A Christmas present came from Netflix in the form of a table read teaser showing the cast — old and new — reuniting to get to work on the latest installment.

Yerin Ha will play the love interest for Luke Thompson’s Benedict, who will take center stage in season 4.

Related: ‘Bridgerton’ Rolls Cameras On Season 4; Adds 3 To Cast & Promotes 2

Though viewers are already clamoring for more Bridgerton, the Shondaland period romance series based on Julia Quinn’s novels will take a bit to make its fourth season. The third season of the television adaptation was split into two parts as Netflix does with some of its tentpole titles.

Does Bridgerton Season 4 have a release date?

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More Bridgerton siblings will have their love stories told. Netflix’s hit Regency-era drama has received another two-season renewal, this time for Seasons 5 and 6. The pickup was announced at the streamer’s upfront presentation. No details have been provided but all signs point to the new installments focusing on Francesca (Hannah Dodd), whose love journey began in Season 3, and Eloise (Claudia Jessie), who has been a central character from Season 1, patiently awaiting her turn.

Per Bridgerton tradition, Lady Whistledown shared the renewal news in a special edition of her society pamphlet, which you can see below.

Additionally, Netflix today announced that the upcoming fourth season of Bridgerton, which centers on Benedict (Luke Thompson), the bohemian second son, will debut in 2026. The timing follows the current cadence of the period drama releasing a new season every other year. The streamer already all but confirmed the season’s 2026 return by not including...

“Bridgerton” will continue its reign at Netflix with an additional two-season greenlight.

The Regency era romance series has been renewed for Seasons 5 and 6 at Netflix, the streamer announced Wednesday during its upfront presentation in New York City. Netflix also announced that Season 4 will debut in 2026, but did not specify any specific release window beyond that.

“Bridgerton” Season 3 debuted in two parts in May and June 2024, respectively, while Season 2 premiered in March 2022 and Season 1 debuted in December 2020, so a spring or summer release for Season 4 looks likely. Filming for “Bridgerton” Season 4 kicked off in September 2024, just months after Season 3 dropped on Netflix, at Shepperton Studios in London.

Netflix similarly granted a two-season renewal for “Bridgerton” in 2021, bringing the series up through Season 4.

While the shocking conclusion of Season 3 led to fan speculation regarding which Bridgerton sibling could lead Season 4, Netflix announced the fourth installment will focus on Benedict (Luke Thompson), as...

Dearest gentle viewers, your patience has finally been rewarded: Netflix has renewed “Bridgerton” for Seasons 5 and 6. Additionally, the streamer has confirmed “Bridgerton” Season 4 will debut in 2026.

The fourth season marks the halfway point for Netflix’s “Bridgerton” TV series adaptation, which is set to adapt all eight books from Julia Quinn’s romance series about the eight siblings in the titular Bridgerton family. And with the new two-season order, Netflix has formally picked up at least six out of the planned eight seasons for the Shonda Rhimes-produced Regency-era romance.

The announcements were made out of Netflix’s upfront presentation to advertisers, where it revealed new footage from “Bridgerton” Season 4, which shows season leads Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha as Benedict Bridgerton and love interest Sophie Baek, respectively. In the clip from the new season, Benedict lays eyes on Sophie at a masquerade ball and it’s seemingly love at first masked sight.

As we continue to wait with bated breath for the fourth season of Netflix's Regency-era romance series, Bridgerton, a new update has arrived to assure us things are still on track for a potential 2026 premiere. The latest progress report comes from Lady Whistledown herself, Nicola Coughlan, with Luke Newton, who plays her on-screen crush-turned husband, Colin Bridgerton, confirming the same in separate interviews. Bridgerton Season 4 is set to adapt An Offer From a Gentleman, the third book in Julia Quinn's series of Bridgerton novels, which turns the spotlight on the second-oldest Bridgerton brother, Benedict (Luke Thompson), and his forbidden romance with a commoner, Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), whose presence is sure to ignite scandal and stir drama within the ton.

Both Coughlan and Newton recently graced the red carpet for the just-concluded BAFTA Awards ceremony, which they attended as nominees for Most Memorable Moment. Their steamy Season 3 carriage scene,...

While Netflix's "Bridgerton" isn't true to real English history in many ways, it does maintain a general accuracy when it comes to the ranks of the nobility, the customs of the Ton, and the nature of courtship during "the season". The order of importance and prestige in the aristocracy is never laid out explicitly on the show, but enough characters of different rank come and go that viewers can piece together some of the basics. In season 1, for instance, Simon Bassett (Regé-Jean Page) is a duke, which stirs up quite a fervor when he arrives in town and begins wooing Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor).

Simon is good friends with Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) as well, though their ranks aren't quite as comparable as you might assume. Anthony is a Viscount, inheriting the title from his late father. When he marries Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley) in "Bridgerton" season 2, she thus becomes his Viscountess.

Everyone talks about the Bridgerton glow-up, but no one really notices that it’s not as sudden as they think. The transformation is sprinkled throughout the seasons, hidden in little moments, and subtle shifts. It’s all intentional, so that when a character finally gets their spotlight, they can soar with open wings into the sky.

Something similar has been happening with Benedict Bridgerton. He’s one of the rare characters who captured the audience’s love the moment he appeared on screen. And to prepare viewers for his season, his attitude toward Kate Sharma, especially in one particular moment from the third season of the show, felt like a bit of overkill. Here’s what happened.

Why this Benedict-Kate moment felt forced in Bridgerton Season 3?

Benedict Bridgerton is one of the few characters in the series who has consistently held the audience’s affection without even having his season.

Bridgerton is one such show that has never shied away from using inanimate objects to show the emotions of our beloved characters. One such object, which may appear fairly inconsequential – and practical to say the least – at first glance, has transformed into one of the most meaningful reminders of Anthony Bridgerton’s love story. If you haven’t guessed it yet, yes, we are talking about Anthony’s pocket watch, which has developed a separate narrative of itself.

We are informed time and again during the episodes that Anthony Bridgerton (brought to life by Jonathan Bailey’s nuanced performance) received the heirloom pocket watch from his father, the late Edmund Bridgerton, on his eighth birthday. While the Netflix series cleverly wove the lore of the Bridgerton watch in the first season to portray Anthony’s emotional attachment to the timepiece, its glaring absence in the second season focused on the...

Dearest gentle reader, This author dares say: if longing were a scandal, then the wait for Bridgerton Season 4 would rival even Lady Whistledown’s juiciest exposé. For what is more delicious than a tale laced with wit, waltzes, and wayward heartbeats? Now, beyond the matters of the heart. Whilst Eloise and Benedict’s sibling rapport continues to bloom like a spring debut, one cannot help but note a conspicuous absence—a void of deeper bonds beyond ballrooms and banter.

Benedict and Eloise share a disdain for society’s constraints, yes. But this author’s quill trembles with the revelation that whilst Viscount Anthony battled duty, death, and desire, his siblings…well, they simply dallied.

It is high time, dear reader, that attention be drawn to the most underrated relationship in the ton: the poignant, oft-overlooked connection between Anthony and Benedict Bridgerton. Hidden beneath cravats and clever retorts lies a brotherhood worthy of candlelight and commentary.

While many of you might know the English actor Jonathan Bailey for his roles in Chewing Gum, Crashing, and the comedy series Campus—for us, he’s the swoon-worthy Viscount Anthony Bridgerton. Because this particular role of making ladies across the ton (and the internet) weak in the knees, in the hit Netflix series, is what catapulted Bailey to global stardom.

However, surprisingly, before he became Netflix’s heartthrob, Jonathan Bailey was waking up at 5 Am—not for horse riding or a secret affair with Siena Rosso—but to stir lemon curd in a honey factory. And guess what? This unexpected gig turned out to be the strange but sweet catalyst for his rise to fame.

From honey factory job to acting—Jonathan Bailey’s rise to fame Jonathan Bailey as Anthony in Bridgerton | image: Netflix

No matter how hard it might be for you to imagine a young Jonathan...

By the time Edwina Sharma finally came to realize Anthony Bridgerton’s heart and soul belonged elsewhere, I could already sense myself missing the Duke and Duchess drama days. Can we talk about how Season 1 of Bridgerton took the streaming landscape by storm? Viewers weren’t just watching a show; they were devouring every episode like it was brimming with Lady Whistledown’s finest ton-related gossip.

It’s safe to say Season 2 somewhat tiptoed through the whole will-they-won’t-they minefield slower than a scandal at a garden party.

Season 1 was a proper carriage ride through scandal

Let’s go back to 2020, when Bridgerton first took over hearts along with Netflix charts. It wasn’t just a love story set against the Regency era; it was an absolute rollercoaster full of illicit art studio encounters, reputational peril, and a marriage that began as a sham and ended in fireworks. Daphne Bridgerton...

There seems to be something hypnotic about Bridgerton. I feel it’s the gown, the gossip, and the orchestral covers of pop songs. In all honesty, it’s one of my favorite forms of escapism, and if you’ve binged your way through all the seasons so far, you’ll probably agree that the show’s love stories are a bit redundant.

Don’t get me wrong, I live for a good slow burn, but there’s a pattern that I’ve seen all too many times now. The duo starts on the grounds of mutual disdain, only to have a predictable finale where they’re both head over heels for each other.

Been there and shipped that: The enemies-to-lovers arcs in Bridgerton

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Dearest Gentle Reader, it has come to this author’s most discerning attention that while the eldest Bridgerton son carried the burdens of title, tragedy, and torrid tension, his brothers were merely rehearsing their tales of romantic unrest.

One cannot help but observe: Anthony Bridgerton walked through fire (and gardens) so that Benedict might wallow in bohemian angst and Colin could perfect the art of pining. While one wrestled with duty and desire, the others dabbled in daydreams and devotion.

Kate Sharma with Viscount Anthony Bridgerton | Credit: Netflix

Make no mistake – without the Viscount’s stormy season, the younger Bridgertons would’ve naught but scandal-free seasons and terribly dull storylines.

How Anthony’s intense romance set the stage for Benedict and Colin’s journeys

Anthony Bridgerton didn’t just fall in love with Kate Sharma, he carried the weight of a whole dynasty on his back while doing it. In...

So far, we have seen three Bridgerton couples fall in love and marry after a series of hurdles and challenges. However, we can all agree that it was Kate and Anthony’s enemies-to-lovers storyline that stole our hearts.

While their love story was unique and quite different than what Julia Quinn had originally written, the one thing that Bridgerton season two made increasingly clear was: Kate Sharma was the heart of the season.

The Sharmas with Lady Danbury in Bridgerton | Credit: Netflix

Simone Ashley’s breakthrough performance in the season, of the sharp, duty-bound, emotionally layered character, was what immersed us in the drama, however, Anthony Bridgerton’s turbulent family dynamics stole the show.

Kate Sharma deserved better after how Bridgerton season 2 treated her Kate Sharma with Viscount Anthony Bridgerton | Credit: Netflix

Simone Ashley outdid herself when she starred as the strong-willed and duty-bound ‘elder daughter,’ Kate Sharma, in Bridgerton...

One of the most popular alternative history regency romance series on Netflix is Bridgerton. Created by Chris Van Dusen and Jess Brownell, the series, set during the early 19th century, is an adaptation of the book series of the same name by Julia Quinn.

The popularity and success of the show were seen since the premiere of the first season, as fashion and interior design trends started to get influenced by the show’s aesthetic, which was dubbed Regencycore or the Bridgerton Effect.

Simone Ashley and Charithra Chandran in Bridgerton Season 2 | Credits: Netflix

Bridgerton, now in production for its fourth season, has had a positive response from the audience and critics. The audience, especially women, appreciated the fact that the show goes on to explore the power of the written word from a female perspective and has strong female leads.

Season 2 focused on the love story between Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma,...

The whirlwind success of Bridgerton’s first season in 2020 was nothing short of sensational. It wasn’t just another run-of-the-mill period drama, but a true cultural reset. At the center of it all was the magnetic Simon Basset- The Duke of Hastings, played by the inarguably handsome Regé-Jean Page.

His portrayal of the tall, dark, and desirable Duke and the palpable chemistry between him and Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor) put him on the global radar of stardom almost immediately.

Regé-Jean Page in a still from Bridgerton. Credit Netflix

So when it was revealed that he won’t be returning for season 2, fans all across were naturally devastated. In hindsight, his not returning may have been the best thing for the show.

Why did Regé-Jean Page exit Bridgerton?

At the time of his exit from the show, it was revealed that Regé-Jean Page had only been signed for a single-season arc. However,...

Unless you've completely sworn off all of Netflix's original series, it's pretty hard to have completely avoided "Bridgerton." The lush period romance took the streamer by storm, becoming one of Netflix's most watched series in no time at all. Revolving around the romantic exploits of a prolific Regency-era family, "Bridgerton" spends each season focusing in on one of the family's adult children as they search for love in the midst of the drama-laden London society.

But even if you've seen "Bridgerton," you would be forgiven for having all of the different characters mixed up in your head. There are a lot of people to keep track of, even just within the immediate Bridgerton family, without considering all of the various side characters. (It certainly doesn't help matters that the actors playing the three eldest brothers are difficult to tell apart at first glance.) If you find yourself wondering, "Wait,...

Bridgerton is one of Netflix's hit series, based on Julia Quinn's bestselling book series of the same name. The series, set in Regency-era London, follows the titular family and its children on their journey to find love.

The series, which premiered on Netflix in 2020, follows an anthology-like format, switching the main characters every season to allow every Bridgerton sibling to get their chance at glory. The show kicked off with Phoebe Dynevor's Daphne Bridgerton, the second-oldest child and the eldest daughter, and Regé-Jean Page's Simon Bassett. The latter recently addressed whether he would be willing to reprise his role as the Duke of Hastings in a new interview with Entertainment Tonight.

While promoting his latest film, the spy thriller Black Bag, the actor was asked about returning to Bridgerton. Although the romance series follows a different main couple every season, most of the other characters return to reprise their roles,...

Bridgerton season 4 is still a ways away, but that doesn't mean us fans aren't eager for any and all updates and news as we wait for new episodes to arrive. The fourth season of the Netflix series will finally see the beloved Benedict and his Cinderella-eque love Sophie take the forefront. But, we can't forget about the leads from past seasons, many of which are returning. That includes Simone Ashley, aka Kate.

The gal who took the forefront with Jonathan Bailey who played Anthony in season 2 of the Regency-era drama recently spoke with Collider about the two of them coming back in the fourth season, their return confirmed, and she shared a filming update. Here's what she told the outlet:

"I’m always excited to go back. I was there filming a few weeks ago with the girls and it always just feels like coming back home. Life goes on,...

The stars of Bridgerton, present and past, were at the Chanel fashion show during Paris Fashion Week!

Season four’s lead Yerin Ha and season two’s lead Simone Ashley both posed at the photocall on Tuesday (March 11) at Grand Palais in Paris, France.

Yerin is starring as Sophie Baek in the upcoming season and Simone recently confirmed that she’ll be back as Kate Sharma for another season.

One cast member has confirmed they were not asked back for the new season and several others are exiting the show.

More stars in attendance at the fashion show included Jessica Alba, Camila Cabello, Dakota Fanning, Tyla, and others.

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Change is once again coming to Bridgerton. As has been the case from the start, the new season will welcome a changing of the guards as the focus shifts from one Bridgerton to another. In this case, we’ll finally get to see Luke Thompson’s Benedict taking center stage as Netflix adapts the third book in Julia Quinn’s series, An Offer from a Gentleman.

With the series shifting attention onto Benedict’s love story, we’re about to see a wave of new characters making their Bridgerton debuts including his love interest in the season Sophie Baek to be played by the amazing Yerin Ha. This also means that cast departures are inevitable and that some characters will be taking a smaller role in the season as the attention shifts to this new story.

Fortunately, most of the show’s main cast were previously confirmed to be returning...

Bridgerton Season 4 is set to premiere in 2026, focusing on Benedict Bridgerton’s romance with Sophie Baek. Luke Thompson, portraying Benedict, describes the season as a blend of “old-school fairy tale” and reality, highlighting the tension between romance and societal expectations. Yerin Ha, who plays Sophie, shares that their preparation has been “playful, freeing, therapeutic,” emphasizing their on-screen connection. The season introduces new characters, including Lady Araminta Gun and her daughters, Rosamund and Posy Li, while also bringing more depth to familiar faces like Alice Mondrich and Brimsley. Comprising eight episodes, Season 4 promises unexpected twists, with a masquerade ball playing a pivotal role in Benedict and Sophie’s story.

What to Expect from Bridgerton Season 4

After a whirlwind of romance, scandal, and emotional revelations in Season 3, Bridgerton returns for its much-anticipated fourth season. The last season left us with Penelope and Colin finally finding their happily-ever-after, while Francesca embarked on an intriguing new chapter.

As Bridgerton unveiled its first glimpse of Season 4, the whispers of romance were quickly drowned out by a scandal most dire – one involving none other than Simone Ashley. The beloved Viscountess Kate Sharma has seemingly been cast aside like last season’s dance card, and fans are positively vexed.

Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton, Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma Bridgerton | Credits: Cvd Productions

With murmurs of mistreatment sweeping through social media faster than Lady Whistledown’s latest dispatch, one must wonder: has the show truly forgotten its diamond of the season, or is there more to this tale than meets the eye?

A scandal in the ton: Simone Ashley’s alleged sidelining sparks outrage Charithra Chandran, Simone Ashley, Shelley Conn, Jonathan Bailey in Bridgerton | Credits: Cvd Productions

Scandal has once again gripped the Bridgerton ton – only this time, it’s behind the scenes. As the first teaser for Bridgerton Season 4 arrived,...

Bridgerton Season 4 First Look ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

After months of waiting, Shondaland has something to show for Bridgerton season 4. The first look and sneak peek into the upcoming edition of the Regency drama is finally here, and fans are ecstatic to witness Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek’s awaited love story and season.

Led by Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha, the 4th edition will introduce a whole new family and weave a lot of popular tropes like a Cinderella retelling, rich boy-poor girl, and more into the next Bridgerton love story. Here’s what we know about the first look at the next edition shared by the production team.

Luke Thompson & Yerin Ha Lead Bridgerton Season 4

On the romantic occasion of Valentine’s Day, the team of Bridgerton shared a glimpse of what’s to come next season, including a few special scenes, a look at the masquerade costumes, and some behind-the-scenes magic.

Bridgerton‘s annual Season of Love celebration unleashed new details on the upcoming fourth season, including confirmation that fan favorite Simone Ashley will return as Kate Sharma, Anthony Bridgerton’s wife. The virtual fan celebration included a new teaser for the much-anticipated season that focuses on the relationship between Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) and Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha).

New photos were released from the masquerade ball, which will be featured in episode one. The photos also show new season four cast members Katie Leung as Lady Araminta Gun, Michelle Mao as Rosamund Li, and Isabella Wei as Posy Li.

Showrunner Jess Brownell confirmed season four will include more characters who “run the ton.” Fans will also be treated to much more of the Queen’s right-hand man, Brimsley, played by Hugh Sachs.

Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton in ‘Bridgerton’ season 4 episode 1 (Photo Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2025)

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We're still a long way away from the 2026 premiere of Season 4 of the hit Netflix series Bridgerton, but a virtual event in London today dubbed "Season of Love" gave fans a tantalizing sneak peek at what they can expect next year, including the return of Simone Ashley's Kate Sharma. Premiering in 2020, Bridgerton was an immediate hit with viewers who were familiar with author Julia Quinn's beloved novel series, and it drew in millions of new fans looking for some spicy Regency era romance – and we do mean spicy!

The video and photo previews of Bridgerton Season 4 courtesy of Tudum (seen below) are filled with elaborate set pieces, gorgeous costumes, and a behind-the-scenes look at what went into creating the next outing, including the cast and crew having a lot of laughs. The footage mainly showcases the family's masquerade ball, where we see Benedict (Luke Thompson) encounter a mysterious...

“Bridgerton” is donning its finest attire in the first look at the upcoming fourth season. And every fan’s hopes are coming true: there’s going to be an elegant masquerade ball.

“Bridgerton” Season 4 will focus on Benedict (Luke Thompson), the bohemian second son of the Benedict family. Despite his brothers’ happy marriages, Benedict has no plans to settle down anytime soon. That changes once he meets a captivating Lady in Silver at his mother’s masquerade ball.

The series is currently filming in London and the U.K. and does not have an announced release date. However, Netflix did drop a behind-the-scenes sneak peek.

Check out the first look photos below:

Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton in “Bridgerton” Season 4 (Photo Credit: Netflix)

Yerin Ha as Sophie Beckett in “Bridgerton” Season 4 (Photo Credit: Netflix)

Michelle Mao as Rosamund Li, Katie Leung as Lady Araminta Gao, Isabella Wei as Posy Li...

Netflix and Shondaland captivated fans today with an exclusive sneak peek of Benedict and Sophie’s passionate love story heightening anticipation for the steamy Bridgerton Season 4. The conversation moderated by Queen Charlotte herself, Golda Rosheuvel, included showrunner Jess Brownell and season leads Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton) and Yerin Ha (Sophie Baek).

The panel in London unveiled never-before-seen photos of favorite characters in the ton, beloved book moments to expect, and a first look at the highly anticipated masquerade ball. The group revealed that the masquerade ball from Julia Quinn’s Offer from a Gentleman will be featured in the first episode of Bridgerton Season 4.

Thompson and Ha also shared their excitement about the current production of season four and filming the highly anticipated Masquerade Ball. Brownell recapped where the characters left off at the end of Season 3 and a preview of what viewers can expect from this next season.

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It’s a longstanding Bridgerton tradition for the show to release content from the romance drama on Valentine’s Day. This time, Netflix is providing first-look images and footage from the upcoming fourth season, which is not slated to premiere until next year.

The eight-episode Season 4, about Benedict Bridgerton’s (Luke Thompson) search for love, is still in production in London but it already has filmed the pivotal masquerade ball scene, with several photos provided of Benedict and the Lady in Silver, Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), who will capture his heart.

There is also video of that — as Sophie calls it — “spectacular night,” with her and Benedict seen dancing in the dark. You can watch the full video with a lot more Season 4 footage a little further down.

The released images also provide glimpses at Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) and Luke Newton (Colin Bridgerton) as new parents and indicate that Violet...

Netflix gave “Bridgerton” fans a special Valentine’s Day present Friday with a first look at Season 4. The streamer unveiled several images from the upcoming season as well as a behind-the-scenes video cut with the first footage from the new episodes, which are still in production.

Now starring new leading couple Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha as Benedict Bridgerton and love interest Sophie Baek, respectively, the new season of the Shonda Rhimes-produced romance “turns its focus to bohemian second son Benedict (Thompson). Despite his elder and younger brothers both being happily married, Benedict is loath to settle down — until he meets a captivating Lady in Silver (Ha’s Sophie) at his mother’s masquerade ball.”

During Friday’s “Season of Love” event for the show, “Bridgerton” showrunner Jess Brownell confirmed alongside Thompson and Ha that Season 4 is the “most faithful” adaptation of one of Julia Quinn’s “Bridgerton” books...

We're in the long waiting period once again between seasons of "Bridgerton," which brings the tempting prospect of pivoting to Julia Quinn's novels to find out what happens next. It's been confirmed that "Bridgerton" season 4 will focus on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson), the second son of the eponymous family. However, Benedict's journey through the Netflix series has been quite different from his characterization in the novels, which means that "Bridgerton" season 4 might make some big changes from the source material.

In the books, Benedict is the star of "An Offer from a Gentleman," the third novel in the series. Netflix skipped to book four, "Romancing Mr. Bridgerton," which focuses on Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan), for season 3, and is now going back for Benedict's big love story. In Quinn's version, he gets involved with a woman named Sophie Beckett, the daughter of an earl...

Everything we know about Bridgerton’s family tree (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The historical series, Bridgerton, premiered in December 2020 and instantly became a hit amongst the fans. The franchise now has three released seasons, fourth in production at the moment, and a Queen Charlotte spinoff. Based on the book series by Julia Quinn, the show revolves around the Bridgerton family.

The Bridgerton Family Tree Explained

Viscount Edmund Bridgerton (played by Rupert Evans)

Edmund is the husband of Violet and the father as well as patriarch of the Bridgeton family. He died due to a poisonous bee sting while his wife was pregnant with their youngest child, leaving the title to his oldest Anthony.

Dowager Viscountess Violet Bridgerton (played by Ruth Gemmell)

Violet was born to Lady and Lord Ledger. She fell in love with Edmund and the two got married and created a large family for themselves. She took a long...

Bridgerton season 2, episode 6, "The Choice", features the long-awaited wedding between Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) and Edwina Sharma (Charithra Chandran) but Anthony's feelings for someone else can't be subdued for long. "The Choice" comes right off Bridgerton season 2, episode 5, "An Unthinkable Fate", often regarded as one of the best episodes of Bridgerton ever, meaning a lot was riding on this season 2, episode 6. A new crop of characters in Bridgerton season 2 has raised the stakes for everyone, but particularly for Anthony.

Since meeting the Sharma's in the season 2 premiere, Anthony has been taken by Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley), the older half-sister to Edwina. However, Anthony ends up proposing to Edwina in season 2, episode 4, "Victory", because he specifically does not want to marry for love, seeing the heartbreak his father's death caused his mother. Instead, he wants someone to check all the boxes, a diamond as it were, which Edwina was named in the season premiere.

What Did Phoebe Dynevor Say About Returning To Bridgerton Season 4 As Daphne? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Season 4 of Bridgerton is currently filming its second block of episodes, and fans are excited for their favorite regency drama series to return. While most of the cast has returned for the upcoming edition, viewers wonder if Phoebe Dynevor will be back after last seeing her in season 2.

For the unversed, Phoebe plays Daphne Bridgerton, the fourth child and the eldest daughter of the beloved Bridgerton family. Her love story with Simon Bassett, portrayed by Rege Jean Page, was the first season’s focus. Here’s what the actress revealed about her status on Bridgerton.

So apparently they haven’t even bothered to invite Phoebe Dynevor back to Bridgerton, so rude. pic.twitter.com/3MifYf8Bsd

— Lady – Benophie and Kanthony enthusiast (@YouAllmerth) January 16, 2025

Will Phoebe Dynevor Return To Bridgerton Season 4?

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Production on “Bridgerton” Season 4 kicked off this fall, though original star Phoebe Dynevor revealed she hasn’t heard anything about getting to return to the Netflix romantic drama series.

The streamer announced in September 2024 that production on Season 4 — led by Luke Thompson’s Benedict Bridgerton and Yerin Ha’s Sophie Baek — was officially underway, but despite Dynevor appearing in the show’s first two seasons, she said she’s “still waiting for that call.”

“I mean, they’ve not called me yet, and I think they’re shooting Season 4 right now,” Dynevor said in a Thursday interview with The Direct about her potential return. “So, I’m still waiting for that call.”

In the Netflix series, Dynevor starred as Daphne Bridgerton, the eldest Bridgerton daughter, whose love story was the centerpiece of Season 1. After getting her happy ending with Duke of Hastings Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page) and welcoming their first...

A new glimpse at Bridgerton season 4 has revealed the return of the key players of the next chapter of Netflix's hit period drama, alongside new additions to the show. The drama is set in the Regency period of English history, focusing on the romantic trials and tribulations of the titular family from Julia Quinn's series of romantic drama novels. Bridgerton season 4 is set to turn its attention to Luke Thompson's Benedict Bridgerton, who after a three-season journey of self-discovery is set to meet a stranger who captures his heart during a masked ball.

The Bridgerton Instagram reveals the cast of season 4 came together for the first time for a table read. Thompson was joined in the first of several photos by Yerin Ha, with the Halo star set to portray Sophie Baek, a young woman with a troubled past. They are joined by Ruth Gemmell, Adjoa Andoh,...

Bridgerton Season 4 Table Read (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ever since its premiere in December 2020, Bridgerton has become one of the most popular Netflix shows of all time. The Regencyy drama has a lot to enjoy: stellar costumes, a fantastic cast, beautiful soundtracks, gorgeous chemistry, and storylines that keep viewers hooked across seasons.

Bridgerton has an accomplished multi-star cast, and with the fourth season currently filming, fans have been excited to see some behind-the-scenes content from their favorite show. The official accounts of the hit show recently shared BTS photos from the table read of season 4, and they featured several favorite stars returning for the spectacle to come. Here’s what we know.

Bridgerton Season 4: Table Read BTS Reveals Returning Cast

Bridgerton’s social media accounts shared images of the season 4 table read, and fans were delighted to get a sneak peek into the upcoming edition. The photos were captioned, “Rejoic,...