Bridgerton fans have been left amazed as they discover that some of the show’s cast members previously appeared in popular CBBC children’s TV shows. Viewers quickly recognized familiar faces such as Regé-Jean Page and Phoebe Dynevor, who had previously starred in Waterloo Road. Jonathan Bailey, who plays Anthony Bridgerton, was also spotted in Chewing Gum and Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s show, Crashing. Nicola Coughlan, known for her role as Penelope Featherington, was loved by fans from her time on Derry Girls, while Polly Walker, who portrays Portia Featherington, had previously appeared in Line of Duty. However, there are other cast members whose past roles on CBBC have been forgotten over time.
One surprising discovery was that Ruth Gemmell, who plays Violet Bridgerton, had previously played Carly Beaker in The Story of Tracy Beaker. The actress has been involved in the franchise since 2004 and has appeared in various spin-off shows related to the popular children’s series. Although the characters are vastly different, it’s understandable that fans may not have immediately recognized her from one of the most iconic children’s TV shows of the 2000s.
Another interesting find was that Jonathan Bailey, who portrays Anthony Bridgerton, had once played a young Leonardo da Vinci in a CBBC series called Leonardo. The show focused on the painter and his group of friends as they assisted him with his inventions and solved crimes. This was a less glamorous role compared to his current portrayal in Bridgerton, but it showcased Bailey’s talent even at a young age.
Overall, it’s fascinating to see the diverse backgrounds and previous roles of the Bridgerton cast, with many of them starting their careers in beloved CBBC children’s shows.
SAM PHILLIPS: From Bellboy to Lord Debling
Sam Phillips, known for his role as Jamie the bellboy in CBBC’s Hotel Trubble, has now joined the cast of Bridgerton as Lord Debling. In the Netflix series, Lord Debling is a vegetarian nature enthusiast who had plans to propose to Penelope Featherington, but soon discovered her affections were elsewhere. Phillips’ performance in Hotel Trubble showcased his comedic talents, as the series followed the mishaps of the hotel staff. With his role in Bridgerton, Phillips brings a similar unenthusiastic and borderline dull character to life.
ADJOA ANDOH: From M.I High to Lady Danbury
Adjoa Andoh, who portrays Lady Danbury in Bridgerton, is a familiar face to fans of CBBC’s M.I High. In the series, Andoh played the head of M.I.9, a secret intelligence agency that employed a team of undercover children. Her no-nonsense secret-agent character in M.I High parallels her cut-throat persona as Lady Danbury in Bridgerton. Both characters excel at dealing with secrets and hold positions of power. While some fans recognized Andoh from her role as Martha’s mother Francine in Doctor Who, her connection to M.I High surprised many.
CLAUDIA JESSIE: From Dixi to Eloise Bridgerton
Claudia Jessie, who portrays Eloise Bridgerton in the hit series, also started her acting career on CBBC. She starred as Shari in Dixi, a web series that focused on internet safety for kids. In the show, Shari is hacked and embarks on a mission to uncover the culprit in a mysterious whodunnit. This character bears similarities to Eloise Bridgerton, who also works as a secret sleuth to uncover hidden identities. Jessie’s talent for portraying determined and curious characters shines through in both roles. Additionally, she appeared in the beloved children’s TV show, The House of Anubis, which aired on Nickelodeon.
Fans of Bridgerton were thrilled to discover the CBBC connections among the cast. A TikTok video by creator @j_watches highlighted the surprising number of Bridgerton stars who had previously appeared on CBBC shows. It’s clear that these actors have come a long way since their CBBC days, showcasing their talent and versatility in the hit Netflix series.
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In a recent TikTok video, fans of the hit show Bridgerton expressed their surprise at recognizing familiar faces from other popular TV shows. One fan, @ellacoldicott, commented on the video, stating, “Debling being in hotel trouble is CRAZY to me.” It seems that the unexpected appearance of this actor in a different role caught many viewers off guard.
@schlopywopy also shared their excitement, exclaiming, “I KNEWWWW I RECOGNIZED ANTHONY FROM SOMEWHERE.” This fan’s keen eye for recognizing actors led them to make the connection between the actor and another show.
Fans were not only surprised by the actors’ appearances in Bridgerton but also by the appearance of Lady Danbury in MIHIGH. One enthusiastic fan, @alinathefairy, couldn’t contain their excitement, stating, “LADY DANBURY IN MIHIGH IS CRAZY! THAT SHOW WAS MY CHILDHOOD.” It seems that this unexpected crossover brought back fond memories for this fan.
Adding a touch of humor to the discussion, @Dinaiosad joked, “tbf the UK does have like 50 actors that end up being in everything I feel.” This fan’s comment highlights the prevalence of actors appearing in multiple shows, creating a sense of familiarity among viewers.
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