Katie Leung, known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter series, is set to join the cast of Bridgerton in its highly anticipated fourth season. Leung, now 37, will take on the role of Araminta Gun, a twice-widowed mother of two, making her Bridgerton debut as a character immersed in the Regency-era marriage market. She will be introducing her two daughters, Rosamund (Michelle Mao) and Posy (Isabella Wei), into society.
Araminta Gun also plays a pivotal role in the main storyline, as she is Sophie Baek’s (Yerin Ha) employer. Sophie, a local maid, catches the eye of Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) after a fateful masquerade ball, setting up a love story that will have to navigate societal expectations. Drama will ensue when Araminta’s daughter Rosamund takes an interest in Benedict, only to find his heart is with her maid, Sophie.
Fans of Bridgerton can look forward to a mix of old-school romance and the harsh realities of class divisions, with Leung’s character adding new layers of intrigue and family dynamics to the show. Leung expressed her excitement for the new role on Instagram, sharing her enthusiasm for her on-screen family. As the new season takes shape, the cast, including Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha, are eagerly preparing to bring this unique love story to life.
