Nicola Coughlan breaks silence on Luke Newton dating rumors: 'People really want me to marry him'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Nicola Coughlan, best known for her role as Penelope Featherington in 'Bridgerton', has finally addressed the long-standing rumors about her relationship with co-star Luke Newton.

The two actors, whose characters Penelope and Colin Bridgerton have captivated fans with their slow-burn romance, have sparked speculation off-screen due to their undeniable chemistry during promotions and on red carpets.

‘Bridgerton’ stars Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton share a special bond

In a recent interview with Time, Nicola Coughlan put the rumors to rest. "A lot of people really want me to marry Luke," she shared, adding, "We have this gorgeous friendship. We have such a love for one another and this experience that I’ll never have with someone else again. Isn’t it gorgeous that a man and woman can have that sort of relationship with one another?"

While fans might have hoped for an off-screen romance between the actors, Coughlan emphasized that their relationship is purely platonic but deeply meaningful.

In the same interview, Coughlan also reflected on the filming of Penelope and Colin’s intimate scenes, which marked a turning point in their on-screen love story. Nicola said, "We wanted to do justice to the story and this beautiful moment where he makes her feel really loved and they’re vulnerable together."

Coughlan and Newton's carriage lovemaking scene in Season 3 became a topic of discussion mainly because of the boldness and the backlash the actress received because of it. While it was a turning point in their on-screen love story, the moment took on a life of its own online with people commenting on her body. Coughlan for her part, refused to take the criticisms as she declared, "I’m so proud of that scene."

Internet left buzzing after Nicola Coughlan opens up about Luke Newton dating speculation

After 'Bridgerton' star Nicola Coughlan addressed rumors about her relationship with co-star Luke Newton, fans have been quick to react, and the speculation has only intensified.

One user commented, "And once again, it seems they aren’t ready to close that door for their relationship. They are okay with the fact that we are shipping them." Another chimed in with, "I’m reading we still have time."

Fans were especially touched by Coughlan’s heartfelt remarks about her friendship with Newton. One user shared, "Mother Nicola herself gave us the permission lmao but everything aside, I just love how they take it as a compliment and not as a bad thing like others do. It tells how much they adore their friendship. Her saying Luke is special to her and that she loves him got me in tears."

Another fan commented, "I believe her," while someone else added, "She isn’t breaking it. She had one more chance to stop us from shipping them, but it seems they don’t want to close this door for their relationship."

The fanbase remains hopeful with one user reflecting, "Well, nothing new here... that's what they've said since the beginning, and they both have partners. But at the same time, she wouldn't say if she was feeling something more anyway."

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