Pride Month in Media
Benedict Bridgerton’s Bold, Bisexual New Direction
Exploring Queer Love and Polyamory in Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2
Benedict Bridgerton, the enigmatic artist of the Bridgerton family, has long intrigued fans with his charisma and potential for exploration of his sexuality. From the very beginning, Benedict has exuded an aura of open-mindedness, sparking speculation among fans about his orientation. Season 2 tantalizingly hinted at Benedict’s fluidity, particularly through his interactions at the artist’s studio — a haven where individuality reigns supreme.
Twitter erupted with demands for a more explicit LGBTQ+ storyline for Benedict, reflecting the audience’s desire for authentic representation in period dramas. However, despite promises from new showrunner, Jess Brownell, Benedict’s character development in Season 3, Part 1, left much to be desired. Fans eagerly anticipated his growth as an artist and his exploration of love and identity, yet Benedict found himself relegated to the sidelines once again. Each season focuses on the love interests of a member of the Bridgerton family. Many anticipated Benedict being the center of season 3, with a potential LGBTQ+ love story unfolding. Instead, the season bypassed Benedict in favor of younger brother Colin Bridgerton. Rather than…
