Jonathan Bailey says filming intimate scenes on Bridgerton feels awkward but serves character depth, as season 4 premieres Jan. 29.

Jonathan Bailey, known for playing Anthony Bridgerton, says filming the show’s intimate scenes feels “a bit silly” due to the large crew and equipment, making it hard not to laugh, despite their on-screen glamour. He stresses that such scenes must serve emotional depth and character development, not just spectacle. The fourth season, premiering January 29, shifts focus to Benedict Bridgerton’s romance with Sophie Baek, beginning with a dramatic masquerade ball. Bailey, named People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2025, calls the honor “hilarious” but flattering, and reflects on his roles in Jurassic World Rebirth and the Wicked films, including a future stage revival of Sunday In The Park With George with Ariana Grande. He values time with his six nieces and nephews, finding joy in simple family moments.