'Bridgerton' S04: Luke Thompson on leading the show
What's the story
Luke Thompson, who has been a part of Bridgerton since the first season, is now taking center stage in its fourth season. The new season focuses on the romance between his character Benedict and Sophie (Yerin Ha). Talking to Hindustan Times, Thompson expressed excitement over this development. "It's only excitement, actually... I felt very lucky to be in a position where I just felt excited." "I didn't feel any nervousness; I was just ready...looking forward to the adventure."
Career progression
Thompson's journey from supporting to leading role
Thompson, who has been a supporting character in the previous seasons, shared that he was fortunate to have ample time to get used to the Bridgerton world. He said, "The world of being on a set is so complex, and it takes a while to make friends with it." "So, by the time of season 4, it was perfect for me to take the lead and for what was going to come next."
Fame anticipation
Thompson's reaction to potential fame and public attention
Thompson, whose co-stars Rege-Jean Page, Jonathan Bailey, and Luke Newton became global sensations after the show, is curious about his own future fame. He said, "I think if you can set a really clear boundary between the public you and the private you...you can enjoy the attention for what it is." "People see all sorts of things when they see the show; they project stuff onto you, and that's sort of what being an actor is."
Co-star chemistry
Thompson's experience working with Ha
Thompson described his on-screen chemistry with Ha as a "rich" experience. He revealed, "What's lovely about the show and this particular storyline is that there are so many different contexts, whether it's the ball, my cottage, or in the Bridgerton house." "Our characters get to explore so many sides of their connection." Bridgerton Season 4 will air on Netflix on January 29.