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Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan raises £120,000 for trans charity after UK court ruling

Nicola Coughlan’s fundraiser supporting Not A Phase helped keep the charity’s vital services afloat. On 16 April, the UK Supreme Court dealt a devastating blow to trans rights when it ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex. The decision stemmed from a dispute centring on whether a trans woman with a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC) should be treated the same as a cisgender woman under the UK’s Equality Act 2010. Shortly after the ruling was announced, trans people, other members of the LGBTQIA+ community,…

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“It’s my turn to be your agony uncle:” Jonathan Bailey gives sage life advice to fans

Jonathan Bailey has added another role to his impressive resume: Handsome life coach. On 5 February, the beloved actor teamed up with Britsh Vogue for the publication’s ‘Agony Uncle’ video series. As the name suggests, Bailey answered an array of inquiries from fans, with the first question coming from a woman upset over her husband leaving his dirty pants on the floor. “Put them on your head, wear them to a dinner party and look at him and say, you did this to me. Don’t do that,” he joked. “I’d…

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Jonathan Bailey fans are ‘losing their minds’ over these Wicked workout photos

“Zaddy,” “oh my god” and “a loss for the heterosexuals” are just a few of the many relatable, and NSFW, fan reactions to these new Jonathan Bailey photos. On February 5, celebrity trainer Rik Melling shared new photos of the Fellow Travelers star in workout mode, ahead of his performance as Fiyero in Wicked. In his caption, Melling said that working on the musical blockbuster was “such a dream”, and that he and everyone involved knew it was “going to be something special, and it really was”. He praised Bailey…

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“It’s such a privilege”: Wicked’s Jonathan Bailey discusses his dreams of becoming a father

Jonathan Bailey has opened up about his future fatherhood plans. Over the last few years, the beloved talent has captivated pop culture enthusiasts with incredible performances and his dreamy good looks. In 2020, Bailey hit mainstream superstardom for his role as Anthony Bridgerton in Netflix’s acclaimed Regency-era drama Bridgerton. Two years later, he received widespread critical acclaim for his performance as Tim Laughlin in Paramount+ and Showtime’s period drama Fellow Travellers, for which he earned a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor. Lastly, in November 2024, Bailey wowed…

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Bridgerton’s bi king Benedict confirmed as season 4 lead

The Bridgerton universe is about to get a hell of a lot more queer. According to official communications from the streaming service, the fourth season of Netflix’s period drama romp will be led by none other than Benedict Bridgerton. If you’re familiar with Bridgerton lore, you will be aware that Benedict (played by Luke Thompson) is the second son in the Bridgerton family and has been described as an *ahem* “bohemian” character and a long-time bachelor who is “loath to settle down”, despite his older and younger brothers both having…

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Bridgerton season 3 finally introduces major queer storyline

About! Damn! Time! Bridgerton’s third season has finally confirmed fan theories by making one of its main characters LGBTQIA+. Major spoilers ahead.  The second half of the season premiered 13 June on Netflix, following Penelope (Nichola Coughlan) as she prepares to wed Bridgerton sibling Colin (Luke Newton). At the same time, she grapples with whether to tell him her true identity as the gossip author Lady Whistledown. Elsewhere, Benedict (Luke Thompson) continues his romance with Tilley Arnold (Hannah New). The second Bridgerton son spots his lover making out with her…

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Bridgerton star says she’s ‘in love with a woman’ in Pride Month post

Bridgerton star Jessica Madsen has thanked fans for all their “beautiful messages” after continuing to open up about her identity. The actress, who plays Cressida Cowper in Netflix’s period drama, commemorated the start of Pride Month (1 June) by publicly sharing that she’s “in love with a woman, loud about it and proud about it!” Her Instagram post, which included several slides of Pride-related messages and imagery, as well as a short video of Madsen with rainbow rhinestones on her face, was widely celebrated by fans. Madsen’s Bridgerton co-stars Jonathan Bailey (Anthony Bridgerton),…

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Bridgerton: Claudia Jessie says there’s “definitely room” for Eloise to be queer

Claudia Jessie has expressed support for her Bridgerton character to have a queer storyline.  Back in April, showrunner Jess Brownell revealed to PRIDE that LGBTQIA+-led stories were coming to the hit Netflix series, describing it as a major priority for her.  “This is a show about love in its many forms, and I think that it’s only right for us to foreground queer love and to tell queer stories,” she told the news outlet.  “I want to see more queer joy on my screens, and that was definitely a priority for me when…

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Jonathan Bailey completes half-marathon for LGBTQ+ youth charity Just Like Us

Jonathan Bailey is in celebration mode after completing a fundraiser for Just Like Us.  On 18 May, the Bridgerton star announced that he was running the 2024 Wizz Air Hackney half-marathon in support of the UK-based LGBTQIA+ youth charity.  Ahead of the marathon, he told his Instagram followers that Just Like Us are “leading the fight to make them feel understood, accepted and celebrated. A fight we shouldn’t need to have. “But until we win it, and for the sake of my knees, please throw your love their way, donate to…

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Bridgerton showrunner says queer love stories will be featured in future seasons

Attention, Bridgerton fans! LGBTQIA+-led love stories are finally coming to the series.  Since 2020, viewers worldwide have been captivated by the Netflix drama due to its romantic storylines, scandalous twists, and glamorous Regency-Era backdrop. The show has also received widespread acclaim from critics, with many lauding the series for its diversity and incredible performances from its talented cast. However, alongside the show’s positive praises, queer fans have criticised the series for its lack of LGBTQIA+ representation. Before the first season premiered, a trailer highlighted a gay sex scene between two characters,…

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