“Ho*ny intensity”- Jonathan Bailey Has Powerful Words to Describe ‘Bridgerton’ Fans, Ahead of Season 4 Return

Published 08/24/2024, 1:37 AM EDT

Remaining a top choice for Netflix viewers around the globe, Bridgerton has achieved remarkable success and acclaim. As the series progresses into its fourth season, riding the wave of the third season’s economic boost to the UK, Jonathan Bailey recently spoke about the show and the fervent following of his character. He offered strong reflections on the show's bold impact and the desirous zeal it has generated in the fandom.

Bailey, who has been with the show from the beginning, characterized the fan base that has propelled the series to new heights with a bit of an intriguing take, making it one of Netflix’s most significant successes.

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Jonathan Bailey recently joined Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused podcast to talk about the notably “intenseBridgerton fandom. Reflecting on the many fan communities he has encountered, Horowitz asked Bailey how he would describe the Bridgerton fans, the one that is dedicated to the show and his character, having already noted their distinctive intensity. With a laugh, Bailey described them as having a “ho*ny intensity.”

Bailey set aside the jokes and described the fans as incredibly passionate, embodying everything about romance. He reflected on how the show began during the pandemic, making the third season's premiere the first time the actors and fans were able to connect in person. Bailey admitted it was a bit overwhelming to be embraced by such a fervent fanbase. Comparing their passion to a "supernova," he also credited the power of literature for drawing such a dedicated following.

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Bailey was also asked about his reasons for remaining with the show, despite his career advancing with numerous new projects on the horizon.

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In his recent chat with Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Jonathan Bailey discussed Bridgerton and the many new projects he is involved with. Driven by curiosity, Horowitz could not help but ask why Bailey opted to stay with Bridgerton despite the numerous opportunities coming his way. Bailey described Regency drama as the breakout show of his career, explaining that even as his career evolves, he feels a unique love for the show.

Reflecting on his passion for the Bridgerton family and the characters within the show, Bailey expressed his deep affection for everyone involved, both on and off-screen. Along with his sincere reflections, he also revealed the exciting news that he will be returning for the fourth season, despite the disappointment caused by previous filming updates. So, fans should get ready once again, as Bridgerton season 4 is set to bring back the heat of romance.

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Anushka Bhattacharya

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I'm Anushka Bhattacharya, an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. Armed with a degree in literature, I once wielded my words to catalyze change within society through my work with NGOs. However, as I stumbled into the exuberant hole of crime thrillers and documentaries on Netflix, it was love at first sight and pushed me into entertainment journalism.

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