US EditionBridgerton's Anthony, Kate Are Noticeably Absent From Season 4 After Backlash
Anthony and Kate were written out by sending them to India after their first baby; showrunner says actors return in part 2 when schedules permit.
- On January 29, 2026, Netflix released Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1, omitting Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Bridgerton while focusing on Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek; Part 2 arrives February 26, 2026.
- Showrunner Jess Brownell explained Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Bridgerton were sent to India after Kate's pregnancy, balancing actor schedules and fairness for their return.
- A teaser at the end of the first four episodes shows Kate and Anthony, while household staff and Violet Bridgerton confirm the 'little heir' is in India with them.
- Fans reacted with disappointment after Part 1 dropped, expressing backlash over Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Bridgerton 's absence and questioning when they will return.
- Brownell framed the move as part of the show's seasonal cadence, explaining it preserves rhythm by slotting leads back when story and schedules permit, while Benedict Bridgerton's arc develops in Part 1 and Anthony Bridgerton returns in Part 2.
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After receiving backlash for Anthony and Kate‘s lack of screen time, Bridgerton has done it again by not featuring the fan-favorite couple in any episode from the first part of season 4. The hit Netflix series returned with part 1 on Thursday, January 29, with Benedict’s (Luke Thompson) love story with Sophie (Yerin Ha) taking center stage. While Benedict received support from brother Colin (Luke Newton), the eldest Bridgerton sibling — and his …
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