Everything to Know About ‘Bridgerton’ Prequel Series Set to Focus on Queen Charlotte

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Going back in time! Following the success of Netflix’s Bridgerton series, it wasn’t long before creator Shonda Rhimes invested in Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) on a larger scale.In December 2020, the regency show inspired by Julia Quinn‘s novels introduced viewers to the glamorous London social scene.

At the center of the story was Queen Charlotte — a fictional character inspired by the real-life royal who ruled the U.K. until her death in 1818.Ahead of season 2, it was announced that Charlotte’s story would be the focus of a new prequel series led by Rhimes.“Many viewers had never known the story of Queen Charlotte before Bridgerton brought her to the world, and I’m thrilled this new series will further expand her story and the world of Bridgerton,” said Netflix’s Head of Global TV Bela Bajaria in a statement in May 2021. “Shonda and her team are thoughtfully building out the Bridgerton universe so they can keep delivering for the fans with the same quality and style they love.

And by planning and prepping all the upcoming seasons now, we also hope to keep up a pace that will keep even the most insatiable viewers totally fulfilled.”Rosheuvel later hinted at what fans can expected from the upcoming series, sharing with E!

News in March 2022, “I can tell you that it’s an origin story. So you will be seeing a younger Queen Charlotte, I will be in it.