That wig in particular was actually four or five wigs all placed together. Bridgerton Genre Regency romance Period drama Created byChris Van Dusen Based onBridgerton by Julia Quinn Starring Adjoa Andoh Lorraine Ashbourne Jonathan Bailey Ruby Barker Sabrina Bartlett Harriet Cains Bessie Carter Nicola Coughlan Phoebe Dynevor Ruth Gemmell Florence Hunt Claudia Jessie Ben Miller Luke Newton Regé-Jean Page Golda Rosheuvel Luke Thompson Will Tilston Polly Walker Julie Andrews ComposerKris Bowers Country of originUnited States Original languageEnglish No. Playing the Featheringtons' scheming housekeeper, Mrs Varley, came with great experience for actress Lorraine Ashbourne. Bridgerton actress Polly Walker has hinted there is a 'huge storyline' for Lady Featherington if Netflix renews the Shondaland period drama. Actor Ben Miller, 54, takes on the troubled character, having previously risen to fame with his comedy sketch show Armstrong and Miller. "When I researched Queen Charlotte and found out that she was of African descent, it gave me so much more scope to create her beautiful looks," the show's makeup and hair designer Marc Pilcher told Vogue. "Ok I'm just curious," she began her post, "has anyone spotted the massive Easter Egg about Penelope in the very first scene of Bridgerton?". IT’S the Netflix series that’s taken the world by storm - and not just because of its X-rated sex scenes. She talks to T&C about being Lady Whistledown & … Eloise Bridgerton is played by Claudia Jessie. In a way to reflect the particular position of wealth and power that she had within a society that didn't allow a woman a huge amount of freedom. All rights reserved. We worked really hard at making them feel real. Spoiler! But it was so much fun to film that.". "I used the silhouettes of the period but in a celebration of her ethnicity, I used locks, braids and Afro-textured styles. Eloise and Penelope Are Friends in Real Life, 5. He’s left the world swooning as The Duke of Hastings, but actor Rege-Jean, 31, had a very different start to his time in the limelight. They were all really, really rehearsed. ", He added, "When we saw them, we immediately knew that was Penelope and that was Eloise Bridgerton. ... and Prudence (Bessie Carter) Featherington. She’s the daughter of one of Corrie’s most well-known faces - Sally Dynevor, aka Sally Webster - but lead actress Phoebe, who plays Daphne, may also be familiar to viewers in her own right. ", "Lady Danbury has a walking cane with her at all times," actress Adjoa Andoh, who plays Lady Danbury, told New African magazine. She also appeared in 2009 film Invictus, alongside Morgan Freeman, and had roles in EastEnders, Broadchurch and Line of Duty. So, I requested a hat, I love a hat! Daphne and Simon spent quite a bit of time in, er, bed (and other places if a bed is unavailable at that opportune moments). "We had to film that in the middle of COVID. "If you look at Regency men of that period, they would always have a cane and a hat. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The third Bridgerton son, Colin, has a hard time of it in the first series as he falls for Marina, unaware she’s still in love with someone else. Filming That Big Reveal Was an Actual Secret Mission, the Featherington household is featured first. 6, Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page) get it on in pretty much every room in his house. The second Bridgerton brother, Benedict, enjoyed a more relaxed life filled with sex parties and art on screen. We blocked them out like they were intricate stunts.". So we had to work really hard to make sure that if there's ever any rolling action—which happens quite a lot in these scenes—that they didn't accidentally roll off the bed. The actress, 25, played Siobhan Mailey in Waterloo Road at the age of 14. ALSO: Meet Regé-Jean Page, The Bridgerton Actor That Has Everyone Swooning [Photos]. But while regency-era drama Bridgerton’s saucy scandals have kept viewers entertained for weeks - many people have been somewhat distracted by its very familiar cast. But he’s otherwise well known for playing Gavin Ramsbottom in Benidorm. Blink and you’ll miss him. Take a look at 15 of the biggest secrets and other Easter eggs from Bridgerton's first season in our gallery below. If you’re a fan of Channel 4’s Derry Girls, you’ll have struggled not to recognise the actress playing youngest Featherington sister - and biggest secret-keeper of all - Penelope. When our story begins, in 1813, Penelope is passing through her very first season, at the age of 17, the only thing she wanted and implored to her mother, was to wait another year for her debut, like her best friend Eloise Bridgerton. The 31-year-old star played a lead role in BBC drama WPC 56 and also starred as frustrating cop, DC Jodie Taylor, in Line Of Duty, alongside Thandie Newton. It was hyper secret; I couldn't let anyone know I was there or what was going on. It seems Penelope, aka Lady Whistledown, was dropping identity hints all along. English actor Ruth Gemmell was the perfect choice to play … Ruth Gemmell, 54, starred as Tracey Beaker's mum in the film, and Whitney Dean's mum Debra in EastEnders. Bridgerton has found its next leading lady! 'Bridgerton' star Nicola Coughlan talks that ending of Season1, the Lady Whistledown reveal, and what might be in store for Season 2. SPOILERS AHEAD for Bridgerton's season finale. She’s the head of the Bridgerton household, and the actress that plays Violet has a lot of experience playing mothers on-screen. "Pretty on the outside," the show's makeup and hair designer Marc Pilcher told Vogue, "but mean on the inside.". I think we have something special with them.". Daphne Bridgerton debuts on London's marriage market as a new gossip sheet sets high society abuzz. Penelope’s best friend Eloise Bridgerton, played by Claudia Jessie, is also very familiar - largely down to her dramatic expressions. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). On Bridgerton, Marina Thompson (Ruby Barker) arrives at the Featherington's home secretly pregnant with her and her lover's child. Meant to be just 17 years old in Bridgerton, as noted by Insider, Penelope is seemingly wide-eyed and innocent, and … But of course, this isn't the only delicious detail from the hit Netflix series. Eloise Bridgerton – Claudia Jessie. Many of her followers guessed Nicola was referring to the mysterious bee that shows up in one of the episodes, while others thought she was hinting at how the Featherington household is featured first. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed, The Bridgerton family and their London society friends have kept viewers entertained for weeks, Lead character Daphne is played by Corrie legend Sally Dynevor's daughter Phoebe, Phoebe starred alongside Jenna Coleman in Waterloo Road, Phoebe also appeared alongside Bridgerton co-star Polly Walker on Prisoners' Wives, Rege-Jean Page plays the very handsome Simon in Bridgerton, The actor previously starred as teacher Guy Braxton in Waterloo Road, Rege-Jean also enjoyed a role in For The People, The actor made a brief appearance alongside Emma Watson in a Harry Potter film, Adjoa Andoh played social butterfly Lady Danbury in Bridgerton, The actress had a starring role in Doctor Who, Adjoa will be remembered by many fans for playing Colette in Casualty, Jonathan Bailey plays Anthony Bridgerton in the Netflix romp, The actor famously played reporter Olly Stevens in Broadchurch, Jonathan is also known for playing Jack Patterson in comedy W1A, Nicola Coughlan has a key role as quiet and very secretive Penelope on Bridgerton, Nicola is best known for playing Clare Devlin in Derry Girls, Actress Claudia Jessie portrays Penelope's best friend Eloise Bridgerton, Claudia may be remembered for playing DC Jodie Taylor in Line Of Duty, The actress also plays Amelia Sedley in Vanity Fair, Freddie Stroma makes a few appearances as Prince Friedrich in Bridgerton, The actor played smug character Cormac McLaggen in the later Harry Potter films, The handsome star also appeared in Pitch Perfect, Sabrina Bartlett transformed to play opera singer Siena in Bridgerton, Sabrina also portrayed Arya Stark in disguise in Game Of Thrones, Sabrina underwent another major transformation in Poldark, Lorraine Ashbourne plays housekeeper Mrs Varley, The actress is also known for playing DI Tessa Nixon in Unforgotten, Bessie Carter (left) and Harriet Cains (right) played the Featherington sisters, Bessie Carter starred in Howards End before Bridgerton, Harriet, meanwhile, will be familiar for her role in Marcella, Ruth Gemmell charmed viewers in her role as mum Violet, Many viewers will remember the actress as Tracy Beaker's mum, Ben Miller plays troubled Lord Featherington in Bridgerton, The actor had a lead role in Death In Paradise, Golda Rosheuvel stars as the Queen in Bridgerton, The actress had a brief stint in EastEnders, Luke Thompson plays art-loving Benedict Bridgerton, Luke Thompson has appeared in war movie Dunkirk, Polly Walker plays the fierce head of the Featherington household, Polly played Gill in popular series Line of Duty, Kathryn Drysdale plays the popular dressmaker in Bridgerton, The actress famously portrayed Meghan Markle in The Windsors, Hugh Sachs stars as the Queen’s secretary in Bridgerton, The actor will be known by many for his appearances in Benidorm, King George III makes very limited appearances in Bridgerton, James Fleet played lovable Hugo in Vicar of Dibley, Luke Newton plays third Bridgerton brother Colin, The actor previously starred in The Lodge, The character Ruby is portrayed by Marina Thompson, Netflix announces Bridgerton has been renewed for a second season. That's a very definitive moment that isn't necessarily rooted in the sexual act, but it is paving the way for it.". While King George III only makes a very brief appearance in Bridgerton, as he’s battling health issues, the actor behind the character was instantly recognisable. News. Bessie Carter (Prudence Featherington) Playing the part of Prudence Featherington, Bessie Carter is … For other inquiries, Contact Us. The 32-year-old appeared as reporter Olly Stevens in Broadchurch, and also had roles in Doctor Who, CBBC show Leonardo, and a part playing Jack Patterson in comedy W1A. Pulling off the mighty role of gossip-loving Queen Charlotte came after years of stage and screen work for actress Golda Rosheuvel. So we had the wigs for the ringlets and then the we bought afros and then straightened them out and reset them on curls sticks and brushed them through so that we would get the best volume of afro, then sewed them on top of each other just to get that beautiful shape. But I know that from the point of view of the audience, they were (hopefully) fooled into thinking that it was actually an outside set. Elizabeth Taylor Helped Inspire Lady Featherington's Colorful Style, 4. as it's been renewed for a second series. "It was so much fun," Nicole Coughlan, aka Penelope, told Variety. Lord Featherington is far from popular thanks to his partying and gambling habits on Bridgerton - but he’s portrayed by a well-known face. Timid but with a secret brilliant mind, Penelope is the third child of the Featherington family. Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, always wears a diamond and emerald-encrusted enamel brooch on his lapel. On the season one finale, the identity of gossip newsletter writer Lady Whistledown is finally revealed. The actress has since captured the nation's hearts in Netflix period drama Bridgerton as the daughter of Lord and Lady Featherington, Penelope. He also had memorable roles in Johnny English and Death In Paradise. Ruth Gemmell as Lady Violet Bridgerton. The star herself, Nicola Coughlan, 34, famously plays Clare Devlin in the Northern Ireland-based sitcom and also enjoyed a role on Harlots. "That was honestly one of our biggest challenges. She was also nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in drama series Rome, and has appeared in 1992’s Patriot Games, Prisoners' Wives and Netflix series Cursed. he said on the British TV show Lorraine. "So there was an enormous range of pipes and things going on. While she’s only seen in a few fleeting scenes in Bridgerton, she previously starred as Barbara Castle in The Crown, as DI Tessa Nixon in Unforgotten, and in 2005’s King Kong. With Adjoa Andoh, Lorraine Ashbourne, Jonathan Bailey, Ruby Barker. "Usually, the miniatures were up to the person, so people knew who they were, but they wouldn't display them. News. He’s also starred as Leonard Knox in 2018 American legal drama For The People, and had a brief cameo in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 - appearing in Bill and Fleur’s wedding scene. A particularly familiar face for Line Of Duty fans will be Lady Featherington, played by Polly Walker, 54, who starred as Gill in the cop drama series. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan has dropped a major Bridgerton bombshell. Actress Ruth Gemmell, known for her work in Fever Pitch (1997), EastEnders, and more, takes on the role of Lady Violet Bridgerton, the Bridgerton family's well-meaning matriarch. If you’ve been racking your brains, wondering: “Where do I know them from?” look no further. Her giant Afro was in the shape of a Gainsborough wig, but influenced by Beyoncé as Foxxy Cleopatra in Austin Powers in Goldmember. On Bridgerton, there are other dark-skinned actresses besides Adjoa Andoh as Lady Danbury, but they either play servants or members of the nobility who do not speak. Of all the Bridgerton … An intimacy coordinator worked with the pair and other cast members for nude and sex scenes, which showrunner Chris Van Dusen said were choreographed. Meet every member of Bridgerton's controversial Featherington family, in order. So she's the only one who knows who her lover is.". "That's just mad! During the season one finale, it's revealed that Nicola has been Lady Whistledown this whole time. In an interview with Variety, the Irish actress opened up about finding out she was the secret town gossip:. The crew faced the challenge of making sure actor Regé-Jean Page, who is believed to be 5'11" tall, did not fall off the reduced-sized Regency beds! The actor that played him, Luke Thompson, 32, has previously starred in BBC’s In The Club, war movie Dunkirk and Misbehaviour. Ben Miller as Lord Featherington. "We had a huge tank underneath to collect the water, because you can't just rain in a studio and have it just go everywhere. ", Dynevor told E! Reǵe being as tall as he is, is not really suited to a Regency-sized bed, lengthwise or even widthwise when there's two people on it. WARNING: Spoilers for the Bridgerton season 1 finale ahead. I think they're using that hashtag a lot. ... including Lady Bridgerton and Lady Featherington – to … Actress Ruth Gemmell, known for her work in Fever Pitch (1997), EastEnders, and more, takes on the role of Lady Violet Bridgerton, the Bridgerton family's … She’s also appeared as Taylor in St Trinian's and Louise in Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. Marina Always Keeps an Eye on Her Lover, 15. I think there's a lot of Portia Featherington in Lady Whistledown. They're all made from scratch and hand-embroidered. The Office Actress … "That's just to symbolize that she has a lover that nobody knows," Buzzfeed quoted John Glaser, one of the show's costume designers, as saying. She’s enjoyed starring roles in Doctor Who, playing companion Martha Jones' mum Francine, and as Colette in Casualty. "It was all so that the cast would feel comfortable, and we all we really left it in their hands to take the scenes for as far as they wanted to take them," he told E! I was very safe. The 34-year-old actress, who plays Penelope Featherington and—spoiler alert—Lady Whistledown, took to Twitter on Saturday, Feb. 20 to share a fun fact about her first scene. The actress has also made appearances in Hollyoaks Later, Vera, No Offence, and Line of Duty. Regency-era London's own Gossip Girl, Lady Whistledown is both the narrator of the show and an influential presence in the ton. of seasons… One follower hit the nail on the head, responding, "The quill?" Jonathan Bailey, who plays Anthony Bridgerton, the family's eldest son, had to have makeup applied to his butt for a sex scene. "There is a moment where they go, 'Can we lower the britches?' She explained that season one wrapped at the end of February, at the start of the coronavirus pandemic. So, her feathery accessory in the first scene is a cheeky nod to her alias. She typically wears a "lover's eye" pendant. Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan just dropped a major secret about the beloved Netflix show. Actress Kathryn Drysdale plays dressmaker Madame Delacroix, and some fans will likely recognise the 39-year-old for her portrayal of Meghan Markle in The Windsors. He only has a few appearances in Bridgerton as dashing Prince Friedrich, but actor Freddie Stroma, 34, no doubt caught the attention of Harry Potter fans early on, as he played smug Quidditch player Cormac McLaggen in the films. The unlucky character is played by Luke Newton, 23, who has starred in BBC drama The Cut, The Lodge and Mr. Selfridge. 1. Check out the hottest fashion, photos, movies and TV shows! She’s the younger … Beyoncé Helped Inspire Queen Charlotte's Look, 2. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. played Siobhan Mailey in Waterloo Road at the age of 14. and had a brief cameo in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. also had memorable roles in Johnny English and Death In Paradise. Wealth, lust, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Regency-era England, seen through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family. Did you know that Penelope was linked to Whistledown, going into the role? "Those scenes were heavily choreographed, much like an action sequence, like 'Your hand goes here, your leg goes there.' ", Nicola then quote tweeted the correct answer and wrote, "When I filmed Penelope's first scene I chose a prop, a massive massive feather that looked a lot like... 'The quill.'".

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