"Bridgerton" heartthrob Luke Thompson, the actor who embodies the charmingly enigmatic Benedict Bridgerton, gets candid about his character's journey of self-discovery in Season 3. From embracing his desires to navigating the complexities of love and commitment, Benedict takes center stage in a season that's both playful and profound.
We find Benedict in a period of "stasis" as Season 3 begins. His artistic passions have taken a backseat, and he seems adrift, unsure of his place in the world. Thompson, reflecting on his character's journey, notes, "He’s dropped the art, or at least put it to one side, and that has left him feeling a bit of stasis; he’s not moved forward and almost is back to square one in a strange kind of way.
Beneath Benedict's signature wit and easygoing charm lies a deep-seated restlessness, a yearning for something more. As Thompson observes, "He’s particularly jokey this season... But it’s hiding a real struggle. When the pressure is up, jokesters [lean into] their jokes even more.”
Enter Lady Tilley Arnold (Hannah New), a captivating and unconventional woman who challenges Benedict's perceptions of love and relationships.
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