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Ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of Bridgerton Season 4, British actor Luke Thompson—who plays the charming second sibling Benedict Bridgerton—has shared a surprising personal detail. During a recent promotional interview in January 2026, the actor revealed that he is “actually quarter Indian.”
The disclosure was made during a conversation with Indian host Sakshma Srivastav, where Thompson expressed his pride in his heritage and his desire to visit India to meet his growing fanbase.
Key Details of Thompson’s Heritage
- The Connection: Thompson clarified that his grandmother is Indian-English.
- The Quote: “Well, I am quarter Indian. Yeah, yeah, my grandmother is Indian, well, Indian-English. So it would be lovely to come and meet my Indian fans one day,” Thompson shared during the Zoom interview.
- Cultural Background: Born in Southampton in 1988, Thompson was raised in France from age two and is bilingual in French and English. This revelation adds another layer of diverse cultural background to the actor’s identity.
Bridgerton Season 4: What to Expect
Thompson is set to take center stage as the lead for the upcoming fourth season, which follows Benedict’s quest for love.
- The Plot: Inspired by Julia Quinn’s novel An Offer from a Gentleman, the season is a “Cinderella-style” romance centered around a high-society masquerade ball.
- The Love Interest: Benedict falls for the mysterious Sophie Baek, portrayed by Korean-Australian actress Yerin Ha.
- Cultural Representation: In a notable move for the series, Sophie’s surname was changed from “Beckett” in the books to “Baek” to honor Yerin Ha’s Korean heritage.
Release Schedule (2026)
Netflix has confirmed that Season 4 will be released in two parts:
- Part 1: January 29, 2026
- Part 2: February 26, 2026