Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan and Jake Dunn Spark Romance with Stunning First Red Carpet Appearance!

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Nicola Coughlan’s budding romance with Jake Dunn is the object of all our desires.

Two months following the Bridgerton actress publicly announcing her relationship with the Renegade Nell actor on social platforms, they attended their first joint red-carpet event on April 24th.

At the BAFTA Television and Television Craft Nominees’ Party, Nicola shone like a precious diamond, dressed elegantly in a mini dress by Carolina Herrera, black in color and adorned with a striking train of tulle bows. In stark contrast yet perfectly complementing her, Jake chose an all-black attire, his ensemble accentuated by the subtle peek of a white button-up shirt’s collar beneath his sweater.

The couple recently made an appearance, following the actress from Derry Girls, who shared a touching birthday tribute for Jake on her Instagram Story in February. Accompanied by a picture of his profile, she expressed her sentiments with a red heart emoji, saying “Happy Birthday”.

For quite some time now, their romantic involvement has been a hot topic among society circles following an evening out in October when they were observed strolling together through London streets. Moreover, in August, the 38-year-old was seen getting close to Jake during Mitski’s performance at the All Points East festival.

It’s evident that Nicola appears to be smitten with a single eligible bachelor, but her preference for keeping her personal affairs confidential has sparked speculation among Bridgerton fans about whether she harbored feelings for a specific on-screen love interest. Given their intense chemistry in season three, many wondered if there was something more between Nicola and her co-star Luke Newton, who publicly announced his relationship with dancer Antonia Roumelioti in June.

However, the Big Mood actress put those rumors to rest.

As a lifestyle expert, I shared in an October interview with TIME, “There’s a strong desire among many for Luke and me to tie the knot. Our bond is truly exceptional – a beautiful friendship filled with mutual love and shared experiences that I won’t find elsewhere. Isn’t it captivating how two individuals can create such a unique relationship?

In an unexpected turn, Nicola shared that their friendship played a significant role off-camera, making it easier for them to perform their intimate scenes on screen.

In an interview with TopMob News last May, Luke mentioned that working on a challenging scene alongside someone he’s known as a friend for about four years might seem intimidating, but surprisingly, it turned out to be a comforting experience instead.

He mentioned that it felt incredibly comfortable to delve into these scenarios and discover fresh, intriguing angles. The series, renowned for its steamy scenes, aimed to truly capture the charm of Colin and Pen’s love story. Their unique humor, as well as the diverse genres their relationship encompasses, were all elements we wanted to highlight.

Keep reading for a closer look at the love lives of Bridgerton stars.

In the third season, the character played by Nicola Coughlan, Penelope Featherington, fell in love with Colin Bridgerton portrayed by Luke Newton. However, speculations about a romance have been swirling around Nicola herself and Jake Dunn, who is known for his role in Renegade Nell.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, allow me to share an intriguing tidbit: Offscreen, the talented actors portraying Lord Debling and Prudence Dankworth (née Featherington) have struck up a beautiful relationship in reality.

And it appears that Carter’s mum Imelda Staunton approves.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t contain my excitement! Daphne Bridgerton, the beloved character from Bridgerton, has walked down the aisle with none other than Regé-Jean Page’s Simon Basset. Now, it seems our dearest Daphne is preparing to have her own turn at the altar!

Dynevor flashed her engagement ring from producer Cameron Fuller at the 2024 Met Gala.

In simpler terms, after departing from the series in its first season, the former Duke of Hastings, Page, is known to keep his private life under wraps. However, he has appeared quite content in the presence of copywriter Emily Brown since 2021.

Like Anthony, 9th Viscount Bridgerton, the English actor prefers to stay mum on romantic affairs.

However, he confided to The Standard in December 2023 that he was in a private yet non-clandestine romantic involvement with an attractive individual of the male gender.

For this actor, maintaining privacy is absolutely essential. He wonders if he could express his views as freely if every aspect of his life was exposed.

Gillian Anderson, who played a suitable Vicountess for Anthony upon his return from India in the show Sex Education, confirmed in March 2023 that she was in a relationship with Tino Klein through an Instagram post. However, in February 2025, the actress announced her new single status during an interview on BBC’s Woman Hour podcast. She revealed that the breakup took place one month before her announcement, marking the end of their relationship.

It appears Benedict Bridgerton yearns for liberty to pursue his creative passions and intimate relationships. However, it seems like he might be cultivating some emotions as well.

Thompson, who typically keeps his personal life private, enthusiastically supported the development of his character’s storyline, regardless of where it led.

He shared with Deadline before the season three finale that it’s wonderful to discover new things, but there’s great worth and excitement in settling down and making a choice about what or who to commit to as well.

Newton was in a relationship with actress Jade Louise Davies for quite some time, and it’s worth noting that her sister, Amber Davies, emerged victorious in the British version of Love Island in 2017 alongside her then-boyfriend, Kem Cetinay.

However, after the midseason return of “Bridgerton” in June 2024, he was photographed walking hand-in-hand with dancer Antonia Roumelioti in London.

Indeed, many enthusiasts are disheartened because Colin Bridgerton and Penelope don’t share a relationship outside the fictional world.

Coughlan shared with Extra that they find it incredibly endearing, referring to the hidden affection between them. They explained, “I believe this is because we genuinely care deeply for one another.

The actress portraying Edwina Sharma, Kate’s radiant sibling, is currently unattached. However, she ignited enthusiasm when her 2024 romantic comedy titled “How to Date Billy Walsh” hit the screens, with her long-time friend Sebastian Croft as her co-star.

As it happens, the actress chosen to portray Eloise Bridgerton unexpectedly developed feelings for her co-auditioner, whom we know as casting editor Cole Edwards.

Jesse shared with The Guardian in April 2024 that he received both a job offer and some good news on the same day. He exclaimed, “What a fantastic day for me, don’t you agree?

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2025-04-25 16:49