Though Regé-Jean Page may understandably want to distance himself from the show to take on other roles, like in Netflix's The Gray Man, his name and performance will always be synonymous with Simon Basset on Bridgerton. Because of those stark differences, Francesca's recasting from Stokes to Hannah Dodd is not as monumental as recasting the Duke of Hastings, who has stronger ties to Bridgerton and the Bridgertons. Francesca's significance within the franchise should become more evident throughout that process.
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Those seasons and Hannah Dodd's casting give the series time to bring Francesca out of the shadows - or back from strange vacations - and start plotting her story more prominently. Furthermore, it would not change that Simon's arc in Season 1 is complete and doesn't necessarily require revisiting, which differs from Francesca's.īridgerton Season 3 will tackle Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington's romance, and Season 4 will likely follow either Eloise's or Benedict's love story. Recasting the part would not be easy, considering Page's importance in the franchise.
Page was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series Emmy Award in 2021.
His performance inspired a Saturday Night Live skit when Page hosted. Page's stamp on Bridgerton is permanent his role as the Duke of Hastings is iconic. While it's a letdown that Page won't appear, even as a guest star, to continue Simon's development, the character doesn't require recasting.Īlong with Phoebe Dynevor and Bridgerton's hardworking cast and crew, Regé-Jean Page significantly contributed to the show's commercial and critical success. Furthermore, Daphne's ever-present love for Simon burns throughout her appearances in Season 2, making him feel present even though he physically is not. Season 2 also flips the gender roles when Daphne appears in the first episode - without her husband - and shares that Simon is the one at home with their child.
It moves away from Anthony and Simon's friendship to explore Anthony's relationship with his brother Benedict. Bridgerton uses what could be a total distraction as an opportunity.
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