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Episode Date: March 16, 2026

Regé-Jean Page, known for his role as the Duke of Hastings in Bridgerton, remains tight-lipped about returning to the show. Despite fan demand and mixed signals from the shows team, Page has not confirmed his comeback. Showrunner Jess Brownell has stated that they are not interested in recasting the role, suggesting that Pages return would depend on a substantial storyline. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6d1e3c496dbfbec3

This is your entertainment update for March 16th. Reggie Jean Page is staying coy about returning to Bridgeton. Five years after his breakout role as the Duke of Hastings in season one, the actor faced questions from fans eager for his comeback. At the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards on March 12, an interviewer pressed him on whether he'd reprise Simon Bassett alongside Phoebe, Dinavores, Daphne. He admitted he's not active online and took her word that fans miss him.

When asked again if fans might see him back, Regé simply thanked her and moved on, leaving little hope for a quick return. Fans had been vocal online about wanting the original leads back, but the show's team has mixed signals. Showrunner Jess Brownell recently told Variety they're not interested in recasting Reggie or Phoebe, calling it a disservice to their season one work. Instead, the door remains open for their return if the story calls for something substantial. Brownell wants meaty roles, not brief appearances like at a funeral. In season four, their characters were implied to be at Francesca's husband's funeral off-screen. Details on season five are still under wraps, so for now, Reggie's exit from the ton looks permanent. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage.

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