Regé-Jean Page apparently didn’t burn for the pay increase Bridgerton was willing to give him to reprise his role as Simon Basset in season 2.
The Hollywood Reporter revealed the hunky Brit rejected an opportunity to return “as a guest star in three to five episodes,” which sources say would have included a massive paycheck to the tune of $50,000 per ep if he had accepted.
However, the 31-year-old actor reportedly “declined for a multitude of reasons,” which included wanting to focus on his budding film career. Related: Where Bridgerton Fans Can See Regé-Jean Page Next! As you may know, the leading man has already secured roles in major projects like The Gray Man and Dungeons & Dragons.
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