Luke Newton of Bridgerton Doesn’t See Himself as a Heartthrob Despite Playing Colin Bridgerton on Netflix Series
Luke Newton has caught the attention of many after his role as Colin Bridgerton in season 3 of the popular Netflix series Bridgerton. Fans have praised the chemistry between him and his co-star Nicola Coughlan. Despite winning over the audience with his charm, the actor has rejected the label of being a heartthrob.
During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Newton expressed his joy in sharing his work with the audience, but clarified that it doesn’t automatically make him a heartthrob.
Luke Newton opens up about being labeled a heartthrob
Newton revealed that Coughlan recently came across TikTok videos all about Bridgerton and Polin. When asked if this made him a heartthrob, Newton replied, “Not really, to be honest.” He feels that such labels are hard to fully appreciate.
The intimacy between Colin and Penelope in season 3 has captivated viewers, with the storyline unveiling secrets and building anticipation for the next season.
Ruth Gemmell, who plays Lady Whistledown in Bridgerton, shared her thoughts on the evolving relationship between Colin and Penelope, describing it as beautiful and long-awaited.
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Bridgerton season 3 and updates on the upcoming seasons
Netflix released part 2 of Bridgerton season 3 on June 13, continuing the drama and romance surrounding Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton as their relationship evolves from friendship to love.
Viewers can expect to wait two years for the next seasons, as the production process for each season takes about eight months, including filming, editing, dubbing, and writing. Despite efforts to speed up the process, the show follows a two-year timeline for new releases.
Bridgerton Season 3 is now available for streaming on Netflix.
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