Scores of Netflix users are ditching their subscriptions in frustration after a disheartening announcement about Bridgerton series four dashed hopes. In the midst of production, Bridgerton is set to grace screens with its fourth season in 2026. Despite confirmation that beloved characters will return, audiences were disconcerted upon realising one pivotal star may not reprise their role.
Simone Ashley, who dazzled as Kate Bridgerton in seasons two and three, has not been confirmed for the upcoming season, a revelation that left fans dismayed, as her absence from recent cast announcements was noted. Disillusioned viewers took to social media to express their dismay. One viewer admitted: "I have yet to finish Bridgerton Season 3 and can't imagine returning if Simone Ashley isn't in Season 4.
" Another expressed their final straw moment, declaring: "I canceled my Netflix . "I haven't watched anything on it in months, and while I was looking forward to Benophie, I'll enjoy all their edits on SM now instead. Bridgerton has treated Simone Ashley like garbage, and that was really the last straw for me", reports the Manchester Evening News .
Simone dazzled as the lead in Bridgerton's second season alongside her on-screen beau Anthony Bridgerton (played by Jonathan Bailey). She made a fleeting appearance in the third instalment before her character jetted off to India with her spouse for their child's cultural education. It has been confirmed that Bailey will reprise his role as Anthon.