‘Bridgerton’ author Julia Quinn defends the show giving Francesca a queer romance amid fan backlash

Hannah Dodd as Francesca Bridgerton in the season three finale of “Bridgerton.”

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The “Bridgerton” season three finale introduces a queer plot twist for Francesca Bridgerton.
Masali Baduza plays a gender-swapped version of John Stirling’s cousin from the book series.
Showrunner Jess Brownell got “Bridgerton” author Julia Quinn’s blessing to make the change.

Warning: Major spoilers ahead for season three, part two of “Bridgerton,” and “When He Was Wicked,” the sixth Bridgerton book.

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