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Hannah Doddis officiallyBridgerton’s new Francesca!
Though news ofDodd’s castingas theNetflixhit’s sixth-oldest sibling was announced in May, Dodd was just spotted during filming for the first time.
In one of the photos, the actress, 27, is wearing a Regency-style dress with white gloves, jewelry and a voluminous updo. She is seen outside the Bridgerton household alongsideJonathan Bailey, 34, who plays season 2 leading man Anthony Bridgerton.
Bailey’s onscreen love, 27-year-oldSimone Ashleydecked out as her character Kate Sharma, can also be seen smiling next to Dodd in another picture.
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Last month, Dodd opened up about being “so excited” to join the cast.
“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.”
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.
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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.
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Seasons 1 and 2 ofBridgertonare currently streaming on Netflix.
source: people.com
