"Kate’s determined to protect her sister — but she fears her own heart is vulnerable. The scandalous series followed Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) who was a debutante looking to find love. Fans got gripped on the suspenseful storylines, the gorgeous costumes and scenery and, of course, the raunchy scenes, with celeb fans including Kim Kardashian, who has also been left aghast at the news. "While all eyes turn to Lord Anthony Bridgerton's quest to find a Viscountness, we bid adieu to Rege-Jean Page, who so triumphantly played the Duke of Hastings. ", The photo was captioned: "Your Grace, it has been a pleasure.". Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and the Duke of Hastings Simon … Phillipa Featherington has a suitor. However, the instruments, a staple in a Regency England period piece, churn out covers of pop hits from 200 years in the future. BRIDGERTON has captivated audiences across the globe with its tale of love and scandal. Continuing its much-loved style of bringing diversity into Regency London, Bridgerton's producers gave Kate Indian heritage in a slight departure from the books. Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Page wowed us all with their on-screen chemistry as Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, so it's hardly surprising … Bridgerton's Phoebe Dynevor, who stars as Daphne Bridgerton, opens up about building chemistry with Regé-Jean Page, her hopes for Season 2, and more. THANKS FOR YOU WATCHING ! This led fans to believe filming has already commenced - until he added the hashtags "#throwback" and "#season1". Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Back in March, Luke Newton, who plays Colin Bridgerton, posted a series of Instagram photos with the caption "The boys are back in town," featuring the Bridgerton boys on horses and posing behind-the-scenes. But as both a romance reader and a fan of sexy TV, I was reluctant to admit that the most salacious parts of Bridgerton made me prefer that Daphne and Simon, this … The scandalous series followed Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) who was a debutante looking to find love. Something went wrong, please try again later. Viscount Bridgerton promptly demands that the duke marry Daphne, but Simon says no. ‘People of colour in Bridgerton do challenge the status quo but not necessarily as a form of calculated rebellion,’ he said. According to Deadline, Young – who is best known as Sir Leon in Merlin – will take on a particular ‘major new role’ which is not present in the books. 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Bridgerton season 1 was a big hit for Netflix when it debuted in December 2020, and one of the reasons for that was the love story between Daphne and Simon… Series Creator Responds! The second series will make brooding brother Anthony the main focus, with his sister Daphne appearing in a supporting role. Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset dancing on "Bridgerton." Da wir jetzt wissen, wie alt „Bridgerton“-„Daphne“ ist, besteht noch die Frage nach dem Alter ihres Ehemannes, „Simon“. The over-the-top Regency-era drama might not be realistic and it might be campy, but it’s also a lot of fun. This leaves it unclear as to whether Simon will be recast, or if he simply will not appear on screen, as it's likely the baby will make an appearance when Daphne does. **Jess xo It was also recently revealed that British actor Rupert Young and Charithra Chandran will be playing starring roles in season two. Adjoa revealed in an interview that Simon and Daphne Bassett, the Duke and Duchess of Hastings, have a baby in series two after Daphne finally convinced Simon to have children. A second season of Bridgerton has been officially confirmed and fans want to … In series 2, Anthony has chosen a wife - and it's Kate Sharma, who will be played by Sex Education star Simone Ashley. As eldest daughter Daphne Bridgerton enters her first season with Queen Charlotte's favor, she meets Simon Bassett, Duke of Hastings and best friend of her eldest brother, Anthony. Subscrible? Originally linked to foil the plans of the city's gossip, Lady Whistledown, Simon and Daphne … Daphne’s story, The Duke and I, is the first in Julia Quinn’s wildly popular Bridgerton series. I love #Bridgerton but I hate that the assault/rape bit wasn’t acknowledged and discussed. Fans of the original books already know the show is differing to the original source, for example, in the books we do not learn Lady Whistledown's identity until the fourth book. "The love is real and will just keep growing," he added, alongside love heart emojis. Phoebe Dynevor as Daphne Bridgerton, the fourth Bridgerton child and eldest daughter. And as enjoyable as Bridgerton is, it’s important to acknowledge that Daphne and Simon’s relationship isn’t the example of love we should be looking up to. On Friday, the official Instagram page for Bridgerton sent fans into turmoil when it announced Regé-Jean would not be returning as the hunky Duke that stole our hearts. Bridgerton: There is an eight-year age gap between Simon and Daphne. Hey guys! But newcomer Kate Sharma (played by Sex Education’s Simone Young), soon catches his eye, and his plans may be thrown out the window as he falls in love. Additional points. Despite being encouraged by his mentor, Lady Danbury, the Duke is determined not to marry and plots with Daphne to secure his bachelordom and her a suitable marriage. The Netflix period drama has taken the streaming platform by storm since it … — oluwa-is-involved (@olubela) December 26, 2020 Our incredibly creative and generous cast, crew, outstanding fans - it’s all been beyond anything I could have imagined. By Caroline Hallemann The series follows the love story between Daphne Bridgerton and the Duke of Hastings, Simon Basset. Bridgerton was ", The series will focus around Anthony Bridgerton and his love life. You can unsubscribe at any time. There are no others. The story follows the eight Bridgerton siblings during the Regency-era in England, as they each find their one true love. All the Duke of … It was worse than a betrayal of trust; she consciously inflicted harm. With beautiful costumes. Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and the Duke of Hastings Simon … Thumbs up? https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/bridgerton-series-2-everything-know-23846776 “Daphne, I saw the way the two of you looked at each other last night and this morning. And Anthony's new love interest Kate Sharma had her name changed by the show's producers from Kate Sheffield, to incorporate a new backstory for the character. Creator and showrunner Chris Van Dusen teased: "We left [Anthony] at the end of the first season at a bit of a crossroads, so I’m looking forward to jumping in and discovering how he fares on the marriage market. BONUS: The Best Lines About Simon and Daphne from Other Bridgerton Characters. She compared the couple to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, adding: "I mean Harry and Meghan, what's it like when you have a new baby? It belongs to Netflix!! They met up with others, who seemed to notice the couple wasn't as happy as they purported to be. 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Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Hastings SVG. Bridgerton is verifiably guilty of this. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: "Daphne will remain a devoted wife and sister, helping her brother navigate the upcoming social season and what it has to offer - more intrigue and romance than my readers may be able to bear. Deadline describes Kate as "a smart, headstrong young woman who suffers no fools — Anthony Bridgerton very much included". Viewers know how headstrong and stubborn Anthony is, as well as passionate and sensitive, so we can expect big drama ahead with his future romances. While Van Dusen may claim they were intentionally trying to avoid this approach, Daphne and Simon’s romance suffers from a lack of respect for the complex racial dynamics between Black men and white women. How does it affect you when [you are] a young couple with a new baby? When blonde lady — Cressida — fully establishes the stakes of the situation like the true villain she is. I hope you enjoy this little edit I made! Netflix's Bridgerton has revealed Regé-Jean Page is not returning as Simon Bassett - but with filming beginning imminently, brand new love interests and even a baby, what do we know about series two so far? Bridgerton season 2: Rege-Jean Page not returning as Duke of Hastings with Phoebe Dynevor's Daphne as Netflix announces sad news. Contrary to popular belief, Kate is quite sure that reformed rakes do not make the best husbands — and Anthony Bridgerton is the most wicked rogue of them all. But will Anthony be able to keep himself from messing things up? Rege-Jean, 31, shot to fame after starring in the Netflix drama, which followed the love story between his character, Simon, and Phoebe’s, Daphne. #2 Daphne Bridgerton And Simon Barrett Are Perfect For One Another. The book summary explains: “Anthony Bridgerton hasn’t just decided to marry — he’s even chosen a wife! When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Daphne and the Duke, Simon, spend much of Bridgerton episode six shagging in various places around their mansion and its grounds, and the Duke pulls out every time. "Bridgerton" on Netflix has charmed many with its Regency romance between Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, but particular scenes are leaving some viewers uneasy. But others were not surprised, as the character does not play a big character in the second book, which the series is based on. **Like, Comment, Subscribe and Request for more!! Season 1 follows the story of noblewoman Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), who strikes a mutually beneficial arrangement with Duke of Hastings Simon Bassett (Regé-Jean Page).They would pretend to be madly in love so that male suitors would be tripping over themselves to win Daphne's favor, meanwhile single women (and their mamas) would leave Simon alone while he's visiting London. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. Nicola also confirmed on 15 March that filming had not yet begun, and added: "Wigs and dresses to be made but soon! Bridgerton's Adjoa Andoh Compares Simon and Daphne to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Lady Danbury herself is opening up about what fans can expect from the show's second season. "And when Anthony’s lips touch hers, she’s suddenly afraid she might not be able to resist the reprehensible rake herself…”. We don’t even get to see Simon deal with that scene. Despite his exit, Rege-Jean clearly has a lot of love for the series, recently praising the Shondaland show. Lady Bridgerton also said Daphne would need new nightdresses, which Daphne didn't understand. ... Simon, and Phoebe’s, Daphne… The original book's author Julia Quinn told The Sun : "The series doesn't follow the book word for word - and I don't think [it] should.". "I just think we're going to see how Phoebe and Rege's characters, Daphne and Simon, navigate being in love, very in lust still, but with a new baby in their lives. However, they’re still thrilled for the star, who clearly seems to be booked and busy after the success of the Netflix series, which was viewed by 82 million households. "Having to navigate and negotiate that between each other, between their families and between their wider social circles. The show confirmed in February that filming would commence this spring - and if it hasn't started already, it's imminent. The Duke and new Duchess of Hastings are enthusiastically banging all over Clyvedon Castle, but Simon and Daphne’s marriage bed won’t remain happy for long. 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Daphne is the oldest girl and third child of Violet and (the deceased) Edmund Bridgerton. A decision to leave Simon in the spotlight would shortchange storylines for … ‘It’s important to include black people and not just black skin on screen because then you see what a black life is and sometimes that challenges the status quo.’, Chatting to Man About Town, Rege-Jean added: ‘We’re just out here living our lives but the difference is now we’re starting to do it in the same light as everyone else.’. "We'll miss Simon's presence onscreen, but he will always be a part of the Bridgerton family. Enraged that Simon would so dishonor his sister, Anthony challenges him to a duel at dawn. Bridgerton's Adjoa Andoh Compares Simon and Daphne to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Lady Danbury herself is opening up about what fans can expect from the show's second season. We Can't Be the Only Ones Swooning Over Daphne's Pearl Wedding Ring on Bridgerton The major story of season 1 revolved around the tumultuous relationship between Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), the Duke of Hastings. ", The cast is welcoming Sex Education star Simone Ashley as a brand new character. "The spirited schemer is driving Anthony mad with her determination to stop the betrothal, but when he closes his eyes at night, Kate’s the woman haunting his increasingly erotic dreams…. After the devastating news that Regé-Jean Page would not be returning to Netflix 's Bridgerton series two as Simon Bassett, the Duke of Hastings, many fans of the steamy period drama went into meltdown. Daphne and Simon love to look at each other with meaning, don't they? Simon removed consent and Daphne consciously ignored it. Bridgerton Season 2 was never going to be about Simon. 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The relationship between Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset/Hastings is one that isn't meant to be admired; it only serves to reinforce damaging tropes about relationships. Simon and Daphne From the first episode of Bridgerton, viewers have been hooked by the blossoming romance between Daphne Bridgerton (played by Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon … I’m excited to see all the amazing projects you will be apart of [sic],’ an excited fan wrote, while another added: ‘Thank you @regejean for your amazing work on s1! Bridgerton Spoilers – Adjoa Andoh Says Daphne And Simon In Season 2 Are Like Meghan Markle And Prince Harry. Daphne and Simon then went for a walk with her mother and Lady Danbury. Bridgerton is available to stream on Netflix. Enraged that Simon would so dishonor his sister, Anthony challenges him to a duel at dawn. BRIDGERTON fans have slammed Daphne and Simon’s 'toxic' romance after 'rape scene' backlash. The Viscount character, played by Jonathan Bailey, had his heart broken during the first season, and has since vowed to find a wife… but not for love, rather than for a straight business deal so he can continue his frivolity. 🏻‍♀️ But still. This color shift symbolizes the shift she's experiencing in real life. Regé-Jean Page is not returning as Simon Bassett, the Duke of Hastings - but most of the series one cast is coming back. Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page) strike up a romantic deal in Bridgerton LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX How Netflix’s Bridgerton glamorises toxic relationships Simon and Daphne Bassett, the Duke and Duchess of Hastings, have had a baby. Charithra will play Kate’s younger sister. Simon Bassett, aka the Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page), won't be in Bridgerton season 2, which fits with where the Netflix show's story is headed but does leave question marks over the future of Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor). The first book is titled The Duke and I, while the second is titled The Viscount Who Loved Me, and so Simon and Daphne will be taking a back seat, with Anthony (Jonathan Bailey) becoming the focal character. The Netflix period drama has taken the streaming platform by storm since it … She added: "Yeah, it's going to be interesting...[And with Simon], how do you father when you haven't even fathered [or had a father]? pic.twitter.com/ryPnI1zhd4. By Caroline Hallemann Meghan and Harry said 'you can't stop us' a year before leaving Royal Family, The Witcher season 2: Netflix release date, cast and teaser, Selling Sunset season 4: Mary Fitzgerald spills beans on 'awkward' new series. Here are our top picks. Warning: SPOILERS for Bridgerton.. For all that it was a fun watch, Bridgerton's toxic Regency-era romance failed its modern audience. In Julia Quinn's Bridgerton book series, set in 1813, the second novel centres around Anthony Bridgerton, brother of Daphne Bridgerton, Simon's wife, played by Phoebe Dynevor. Tue, Mar 30, 2021. Drama, passion, and a tense duel, Bridgerton season 1, episode 4 has everything as Daphne and Simon’s love for each other becomes too intense, which has undesirable consequences. Bridgerton segunda temporada: los personajes de Daphne y Simon vivirán algo muy similar a la historia de Meghan Markle y Harry. Viscount Bridgerton promptly demands that the duke marry Daphne, but Simon says no. But the show confirmed Phoeve Dynevor, daughter of Coronation Street legend Sally Dynevor, will be back, as will Adjoa Andoh, who plays Lady Danbury, Ruth Gemmell and Golda Rosheuvel, who play Violet Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte, Nicola Coughlan, who plays Penelope Featherington. While hearts are definitely breaking at the thought of Rege-Jean’s departure, season two is still shaping up to be incredible. Season 1, based on Quinn's novel The Duke and I, centered on the romance between Simon (Page) and Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), while Season 2, … While their romance might seem perfect to some, it has toxic elements as well. His tangled love life will take centre stage as he tries to find himself a Viscountess, fresh from his break up with on-off girlfriend Siene Rosso, an opera singer played by Sabrina Bartlett.