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The Biggest Scandal in Bridgerton: Why LGBTQ+ Representation Matters

When it comes to the period drama, LGBTQ+ fans are still waiting for more from the Shondaland show.

Luwa Adebanjo
Prism & Pen
Published in
4 min readJun 7, 2024

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Lady Featherington, Penelope Featherington, Philipa Featherington, and Prudence Featherington. Image via Liam Daniel/Netflix

If there’s one thing we love about Bridgerton, it’s the way it gives us romance combined with enough steamy scenes to fog up our screens. But beyond the dashing dukes and debutante drama, Bridgerton has been quietly making strides in LGBTQ+ representation, giving us moments that make us cheer, cry, and tweet like there’s no tomorrow.

Benedict Bridgerton: A Progressive Earl in the Making?

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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…

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Luwa Adebanjo
Prism & Pen

A writer, actress and theatre-maker from the UK. Published author and Editor-in-Chief for @shout-out-loud. More info: linktr.ee/LuwaAdebanjo