Why is bridgerton making everyone gay

Julia Quinn is standing her ground for this season's diamond. During the season three finale of Bridgerton , the Netflix series revealed a major change from the books by introducing the future love interest Franchesca Bridgerton Hannah Dodd as Michaela Sterling Masali Baduza —not Michael, like in the books. But while some fans expressed frustration over the gender swapping, the books' author is defending the decision. So, when showrunner Jess Brownell approached her with the idea of turning Michael—whom Francesca marries after the death of her husband John played by Victor Alli —into Michaela, Julia emphasized that she thought long and hard before making any decisions.

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Hot List: Clairol Root Touch-up, Brooks Sneakers, Meal Prep Essentials, More. Season Three's showrunner Jess Brownell said conversations about introducing queer storylines into the world of "Bridgerton" have been taking place since Season One. The first season of "Bridgerton" introduced the character of Henry Granville, who welcomes second son Benedict Bridgerton into the art world. But in the world of "Bridgerton," Benedict's apparent flirtation with Henry seemingly led nowhere, and he continued a string of casual romances with exclusively women — until now.

By Jordan Robledo. Since , viewers worldwide have been captivated by the Netflix drama due to its romantic storylines, scandalous twists and glamorous Regency-Era backdrop. The show has also received widespread acclaim from critics, with many lauding the series for its diversity and incredible performances from its talented cast. Before the first season premiered, a trailer highlighted a gay sex scene between two characters, but ultimately this storyline was side-lined.