He's the charming, brooding Colin Bridgerton who has stolen hearts with his witty banter and undeniable charm. But who is Luke Newton, the man behind the character, really? We delve into his life off-screen, from his musical roots to the woman who almost saved him from a dramatic fall.
Luke Newton's journey to the heart of Bridgerton was paved with musicality. He started his career as a teenager, rocking the stage with his boy band, South 4, described as Sussex’s answer to One Direction.
“He was always a natural performer,” a friend from his boy band days fondly recalls. “He had the charisma and stage presence that drew people in.”
Later, he studied at the prestigious London School of Musical Theatre, honing his skills and preparing for a life on the stage.
"He wasn’t just a pretty face," another friend adds. “He really had the talent to back it up.”
From there, he landed a role in the BBC teen drama, The Cut, followed by a starring role in the Disney musical mystery series, The Lodge. His musical talents even extended to creating music for the show.
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