Hollywood heavyweights make countless leaps spanning their careers, each one a high-stakes jump. These jump-ships are like double-edged swords—sometimes they leave stars stranded on the island of misfit roles while other times they pay off so well that switching characters becomes as routine as toast in the morning. In time, even biz starts behaving like the friendly neighbor next door, but spotting common threads from one project to the next is like catching a cat with nine lives. However, Ariana Grande’s Wicked and Netflix’s Bridgerton defy all the odds with a surprising link that bridges all divides.

For anyone assuming it is Jonathan Bailey, even Tinseltown is not that predictable.

Jonathan Bailey recently appeared on the Popcorn Podcast with Leigh & Tim to share with his fans the most iconic link between Wicked starring Ariana Grande, and his period piece drama by Netflix, Bridgerton. Bailey was asked how he practically arrived at such a magical choice, pointing at the horse Fiyero dismounted from during his entry in Wicked. Truly unaware of how Bailey seized the momentum for a “special mention” to his fur-friend with whom he also worked in Bridgerton.

Bailey feels he and the horse have built a unique connection and bond. Because of this, he exudes confidence in the horse’s laser-sharp focus, claiming it provides stability as a scene partner. The actor also believes the horse helps Fiyero’s princely charm flourish even more, making for a memorable entrance that will stick with the audience.

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While the horse could be the most tangible link between Wicked and Bridgerton, Bailey’s role in the former prompts one to wonder if there is more to it.

Jonathan Bailey has already stolen the show of Wicked, overpowering its leading ladies in a way no one saw coming. But a good deal may align his original rise to fame with Netflix’s Bridgerton. Bailey is the key link between Wicked and Bridgerton, aside from the horse, and the similarities between his characters, Fiyero Tigelaar, and Anthony Bridgertn are hard to ignore. Both belong to the elite, albeit in different times and worlds.

One is a prince, and the other a viscount, but they share the title of eligible bachelor. In matters of the heart, Anthony falls for an unconventional match, and Fiyero’s story mirrors when he finds himself drawn to Elphaba instead of the expected Galinda. Maybe it is true what they say that great minds think alike, but perhaps great characters do too.

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