Who does Francesca Bridgerton marry? All about Hannah Dodd's ...
FRANCESCA Bridgerton will finally step into the spotlight for season three.
The character has taken a backseat in the previous two seasons. Here is everything you need to know.
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Francesca has been a minor character in the first two seasons of Bridgerton.
The popular Netflix series is an adaptation of the romance novels by Julia Quinn, with each book focusing on the love story of a different Bridgerton sibling.
Season three will focus on Colin Bridgerton and his long-time friend, Penelope Featherington.
However it is also time for the sixth Bridgerton child, Francesca, to shine as she enters the marriage mart.
The new debutante is described as quiet and tells suitors that her main interest is playing the pianoforte.
Fans of the series will know that mum Violet, played by Ruth Gemmell, only wants the best for her children, but will a perfect match be found?
Who plays Francesca Bridgerton?Actress Hannah Dodd has taken over the role from Ruby Stokes who had to leave the show due to '"scheduling conflicts".
Hannah is the newest member of the Netflix series.
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The 28-year-old actor is from Colchester, England.
In 2017, she trained at the London Studio Centre in Theatre Dance before landing her debut role in the teen series Find Me In Paris from 2018 to 2020.
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Fans will recognise the actress from several Netflix shows, including playing Sarah Chapman in Enola Holmes 2 and as Young Sophie in Anatomy of a Scandal.
Apart from acting, Dodd is also a model and is signed to Select Model Management with stars such as David Gandy and Pixie Lott.
She’s not spent her entire life dreaming about what her wedding day will look like and what her husband’s going to be
Hannah Doddon her character Francesca Bridgerton
Speaking about her new character Francesca, Hannah told Tudum: "There’s definitely an air of innocence about her.
"Debutantes are so young.
"Although they prepared for these moments for their entire lives, you can’t replicate a ball or suitors that you’ve never met before coming up to you.
"You don’t know how those conversations are going to go."
Who are the Bridgerton siblings?
THERE are eight Bridgerton siblings in total.
Here's who they are in age - and alphabetical - order:
Anthony - the oldest Bridgerton is played by Jonathan Bailey. He was the main focus of season two and after a lot of will-they/won't they he ended up marrying Kate Sharma.
Benedict - the second son, played by Luke Thompson, is the focus of the third book. However his romance is not the main story featured in season three of the Netflix drama, which will instead focus on his younger brother, Colin
Colin - Luke Newton plays Colin, who is a favourite with the ladies. He is also the object of desire for Penelope Featherington, who is also the mysterious Lady Whistledown. However as the season starts he is unaware of this fact, and ready to hunt down the anonymous gossip writer.
Daphne - season one introduced us to Daphne, the oldest female Bridgerton sibling. Played by Phoebe Dynevor, viewers watched her romance with Simon Bassett, the Duke of Hastings, unfold, gaining actor Regé-Jean Page many fans.
Eloise - book-loving Eloise has delighted viewers with her rebellious spirit and tomboy ways. She made her debut in society during the second season and was horrified to find that her best friend, Pen, was Lady Whistledown. Eloise is played by Claudia Jessie.
Francesca - Hannah Dodd has been brought in to play Francesca in season three, as she makes her social season debut. Francesca was played by Ruby Stokes in the first two seasons.
Gregory - Gregory is played by Will Tilston. As yet he has not played a key part in the series as he's too young to be presented before the Queen. His story features in book eight of the series.
Hyacinth - the youngest Bridgerton sibling is played by Florence Hunt. Although younger than Gregory, Hyacinth's story is featured in book seven.
Hannah continued: "She’s not fighting it. She’s going to these balls. She is trying to find a husband.
“I think the difference is that she’s not excited about it.
"She’s not spent her entire life dreaming about what her wedding day will look like and what her husband’s going to be.
"She just knows it’s her time and this is part of life, and here we go."
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Francesca's story plays out in the novel When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn.
It is the sixth book in the series.
She marries John Stirling (played by Victor All) Earl of Kilmartin.
However, their love story is cut short not long after the couple tie the knot.
John becomes seriously ill and suddenly dies, leaving Francesca a widow.
Later on, she finds comfort from John's cousin, Michael Stirling, who has secretly longed for her.
The pair go on to form a romantic connection and get married.
How to watch Bridgerton season 3
Season 3 of Bridgerton will be released in two parts.
The first four episodes dropped on Netflix on May 16, 2024.
You will be able to stream it from 8am.
The second batch of four episodes will then be released on on June 13, 2024.
