Rivals’ Alex Hassell and Bella Maclean Address Surprising Reaction to Rupert and Taggie’s Age Gap

Rivals’ Alex Hassell and Bella Maclean Address Surprising Reaction to Rupert and Taggie’s Age Gap

Fictional age gaps have inspired strong reactions from TV fans, which is why Alex Hassell and Bella Maclean were surprised by the response to Rupert and Taggie on Rivals. “I’ve certainly never been part of something before that is having a ripple effect in the real world,” Hassell, 45, exclusively told Us Weekly about the reception to Rupert and Taggie’s 16-year age difference. “It’s fascinating.” Maclean, 29, meanwhile, recalled her initial con…