At the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards red carpet, Nicola Coughlan (who plays Penelope Featherington) made waves in the Bridgerton fandom with a single remark. She revealed that filming for Season 4 lasted a full nine months—“an entire pregnancy,” in her words—and hinted, “We’ll see Penelope struggle in her multiple roles as a mother, a wife, and a writer—this is a painful journey of growth.
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That single comment instantly set social media ablaze. Fans began speculating whether this meant Penelope and Colin's relationship would be put to the test in entirely new ways.
At the end of Season 3, Penelope and Colin finally tied the knot and even welcomed an adorable baby.
For a moment, fans believed this slow-burn couple had finally reached their happily-ever-after. But as Nicola ominously suggested, their story is far from over—in fact, it may be just beginning.
Penelope’s identity as Lady Whistledown was exposed last season, dealing a blow to the trust between her and Colin. Transitioning from a secretive columnist to a public-facing noblewoman, Penelope now faces a daunting transformation.
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