Nicola Coughlan, renowned for her portrayal of Lady Whistledown in Netflix’s hit series Bridgerton, recently shared a playful anecdote involving her co-star Luke Newton, who plays Colin Bridgerton. In a joint interview with People, the two actors reminisced about the incident.
Coughlan recounted how she devised a prank upon discovering Newton’s past involvement in a boy band. Reflecting on her favorite behind-the-scenes moment, she revealed, “We had a fun one in one of the balls where Luke is meant to come in and interrupt a dance.” The mischievous actress then disclosed her long-held desire to execute the prank, which involved replacing the show’s music with Newton’s boy band song during a pivotal dance scene. She described the elaborate planning involved, emphasizing the challenge it posed.
Newton, who portrays Colin Bridgerton, joined the conversation and shared his perspective on the prank. Coughlan elaborated on her anticipation of Newton’s reaction during the interview, recalling the moment when the cameras were set to capture his response. Newton admitted to sensing a peculiar atmosphere on set but attributed it to nerves surrounding the dance scene. However, his confusion mounted when the unexpected music began playing, leading him to realize the prank unfolding before his eyes.
Despite the surprise, both actors fondly reminisced about the prank, agreeing that it added a memorable touch to the filming experience. As fans eagerly await the release of Bridgerton’s third season, currently streaming on Netflix with Part 2 scheduled for June 13th, this behind-the-scenes anecdote offers a glimpse into the camaraderie among the cast.
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