In exciting news for fans of the hit Regency-era drama Bridgerton, Australian actor Yerin Ha has been cast as Sophie Beckett, the love interest of Benedict Bridgerton, for the upcoming fourth season. The season will be based on Julia Quinn’s third novel in the Bridgerton series, An Offer From a Gentleman, which follows the story of second-born son Benedict as he searches for a mysterious “Lady in Silver” he meets at a masquerade ball, who is later revealed to be Sophie.
Benedict Bridgerton’s Journey in Season 4
According to the official logline, Bridgerton‘s fourth season will focus on Benedict, who, despite his elder and younger brothers being happily married, is hesitant to settle down. His life takes a turn when he encounters the captivating Sophie Beckett at his mother’s masquerade ball.
This storyline marks a significant shift for Benedict, who was last seen in season three engaging in a more adventurous lifestyle, including a threesome with Lady Tilley Arnold (played by Hannah New) and her friend Paul (Lucas Aurelio). However, as season three concluded, Benedict ended the fling when Tilley expressed a preference for monogamy, realizing he wasn’t ready to settle down.
Luke Thompson on Benedict’s Character Development
Luke Thompson, who plays Benedict Bridgerton, has previously spoken about his character’s journey, describing Benedict as someone who has always been “a little lost — or free depending on the way you want to look at it.” With the upcoming season, viewers will see Benedict trying to find something more solid within himself, possibly indicating a more mature and focused version of the character.
Yerin Ha’s casting as Sophie Beckett adds a fresh dynamic to the Bridgerton series, as fans eagerly anticipate how this beloved storyline from the books will be adapted on screen.
