Netflix has issued a casting call for a major recurring part in the upcoming fourth season of Bridgerton, centering around the character Emily, who is described as plucky, endlessly resourceful, and having trouble trusting others. The role requires an East Asian female actress between 24-30 years old, and involves nudity and scenes of a sexual nature, hinting that Emily may be a new love interest for one of the Bridgerton siblings. The casting description has sparked speculation about which Bridgerton sibling will be the focus of the upcoming season, with some theorizing that Emily could be a new character or a gender-bent version, or perhaps a code name for Sophie Beckett, who is Benedict’s love interest in the Bridgerton book series.
The casting call highlights the show’s commitment to inclusivity, marking the first time an East Asian actress will play a major role in the series. Bridgerton has been praised for its representation of POC and LGBTQ+ characters in the regency world, and the casting of Emily will provide valuable commentary on class dynamics from a working-class perspective. The use of a code name for the character is typical of production codes used to keep casting for critical roles under wraps, and could suggest that Emily is a placeholder name.
A Still From Bridgerton Season 3 (Photo: Bridgerton Season 3)
As production begins, fans can expect more information to be revealed about the new season. Showrunner Jess Brownell has confirmed that season 4 will be a two-year wait, but the exact details of the new season are still under wraps. Fans are eagerly awaiting the start of filming, which will likely bring more answers and confirmations of the new characters and plot lines. The use of the production code name “Vauxhall” has also sparked curiosity about the upcoming season, as it refers to the famous Vauxhall Gardens, which hosted public masquerade balls in the 1700s. The connection to the show’s theme and storyline is likely to be more than just coincidental, and could hint at major plot developments in the new season.
As the wait continues, it’s likely that Bridgerton will continue to surprise and delight audiences with its representation and storytelling. With the addition of Emily, a new love interest for one of the Bridgerton siblings, the upcoming season promises to be just as engaging and charming as the previous three. Fans can expect to see a strong and complex character come to life, bringing a fresh perspective to the show’s regency world.
