All statements from Luke and Nicola regarding their real relationship
Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton’s chemistry as Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton in the newly released Bridgerton season 3 is intense—so intense that some fans are curious if that chemistry extends to their off-screen relationship.
People has confirmed Coughlan and Newton are “supportive co-stars” but “are not dating.” Both actors are publicly single, and though they remain just friends, they’re vocal about how much they’ve enjoyed working together.
Coughlan even had a sweet response when asked about fans’ speculations: “We truly love each other, you know what I mean?”
Ahead, a deep dive into all the two Bridgerton stars have publicly revealed about their relationship.
In an interview with Extra, Coughlan addressed her chemistry with Newton at the New York City premiere of Bridgerton season 3.
When asked about dating rumors between the actors, Coughlan said they’re flattered, but they’re just friends.
“We think it’s really sweet, I think because we truly love each other, you know what I mean?” Coughlan said. “He is a really special person in my life, and I got to do this experience with him.
I’ll never get to do something like this again, on this scale. Like, are you kidding me? We’re here in New York City, having our premiere. So it’s so nice having such a lovely friend that I can do all this with.”
Coughlan and Newton have made a point to keep their personal lives personal. But they have differing opinions on whether friends-to-lovers is something they could experience in real life.
“I actually don’t think friends-to-lovers is something that happens in my life,” Newton said. “If I meet someone, I know immediately.
There’s a difference between me and Colin.” He did admit he believes in love at first sight: “I’ve felt that. I’ve met someone and been immediately infatuated with them. That’s something that’s more me than Colin.”
