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Hannah Doddis thrilled to be joining theBridgertonfamily!
“Everybody’s been so lovely. I just wanted to do a good job,” she said.
“Francesca Bridgerton is a bit of a mystery within her chatty, extroverted family,” Netflix said in a statement. “Despite her reserved nature, she goes along to get along when it comes to society affairs, fortified with a dry wit and pragmatism that confound the fickle ton yet seem to draw attention when she least desires it.”
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After the serieswas renewed for seasons 3 and 4, the streaming network confirmed in May that season 3 would stray from the book order and insteadfocus on Penelope and Colin’s love story, which isn’t detailed until the fourthBridgertonnovelRomancing Mister Bridgerton.
As for the preparation to play her character, Dodd revealed she’s read six out of Quinn’s eight books in the series and began with Francesca’s story.
“Because I didn’t know what I’d got myself in for, but I needed to read that as soon as possible,” she explained. “It’s such a beautiful book, and she’s such a beautiful character. I can’t really believe that I get to play her.”
“I know how people feel about her as well, so I’m going to do my best,” Dodd added.
Seasons 1 and 2 ofBridgertonare currently streaming on Netflix.
source: people.com
