“I’ve asked my agent to get me on Bridgerton! The set designs are incredible! I could be a long-lost friend for Penelope. I just have to be on Bridgerton!” Sarah Ferguson revealed in interview with Platinum.
While the show is known for its portrayal of London’s elite set, no actual royals have made it on to the series thus far.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie’s mother has long held an interest in historical romance, even going so far as to write several novels herself.
In April 2024 she announced the paperback version of A Most Intriguing Lady, renamed as A Woman of Intrigue, writing in the caption: “This book has meant so much to me and really speaks to my own hero’s journey, becoming firm in this adventure as an author and learning so much from our brave heroine, Lady Mary.
“I hope she can inspire all of you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for reading and for taking part in the magic.”
Elsewhere in the interview, she made it clear that Bridgerton was the only series she was interested in taking part in, saying: “I’ve been asked to go on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! hundreds of times, and the answer is always no. I’m sure it’s lovely for lots of people but not for me!”
Princess Anne’s son-in-law Mike Tindall came closest to appearing on the ITV show. Speaking on his podcast “The Good, The Bad and The Rugby,” he discussed the process of seeking approval for his appearance. Mike mentioned that while he wasn’t required to seek permission from the royals, he chose to do so out of courtesy.
“You don’t want to upset anyone,” he explained. “I spoke to the Prince of Wales about it and he said ‘Great, go have fun’.”
