Francesca Bridgerton’s character in the hit Netflix series Bridgerton underwent a change in casting after the second season. Ruby Stokes, who originally portrayed Francesca, decided to leave the show to pursue other opportunities in Lockwood & Co and The Burning Girls.
In an interview with Whattowatch, Ruby mentioned that while leaving Bridgerton was a difficult choice, she couldn’t pass up the chance to explore a different character in her new projects. She also expressed her fondness for the people she worked with on Bridgerton, describing them as incredible, generous, and kind.
Hannah Dodd was announced as the new actress taking on the role of Francesca Bridgerton on May 12, 2022. In an interview with The Wrap, Hannah admitted that she was initially terrified to join the cast but eventually found her place and rhythm within the show. She described the experience as surreal but exciting, and expressed her gratitude for being part of such a talented group of people. Hannah teased fans with hints about her portrayal of Francesca, mentioning an air of innocence about the character and the challenges of navigating debutante life in the Regency era.
Fans of Bridgerton can look forward to seeing Hannah Dodd’s take on Francesca Bridgerton as the series continues to captivate audiences with its drama and romance.
