Jonathan Bailey: The “Bridgerton” star is more in demand than ever

He was long considered an insider tip for theater lovers, today Jonathan Bailey (37) is one of the most sought -after British actors in his generation. With its international breakthrough as a viscount Anthony Bridgerton in the Netflix success series “Bridgerton”, the Briton catapulted itself from the West-End niche in the heart of pop culture. Since then, his name has stood for a new type of leading man: charming, sensitive, versatile – and open queer.

Born in 1988 in the English county of Oxfordshire, Bailey already gained acting experience as a child, including in BBC productions. However, he got the decisive finishing touches on the London stages: in pieces from Shakespeare to Sondheim, he convinced with precision, wit and emotional depth. He was awarded the Laurence Olivier Award for the musical “Company” in 2019. For his role in the play “Cock” alongside Taron Egerton (35), he was celebrated in 2022 – not only because of his performance, but also for the representation of LGBTQ+figures on the stage.

As the oldest brother of the “Bridgerton” dynasty, he became a swarm of women, privately Jonathan Bailey Queer. The actor regularly talks about LGBTQ+visibility in the film industry – also his own. “I don’t want to be occupied despite my sexuality, but because of her” ,. As the patron of the charity organization Just Like Us and with his own foundation, the Shameless Fund, he also acts actively for his community.

His flair for nuances and its natural elegance make it ideal for roles in which classical masculinity is rethought. Bailey balances vulnerability and charisma like no other.

No wonder that Hollywood has long since become aware of him: Bailey plays the role of Prince Fiyero alongside Cynthia Erivo (38) and Ariana Grande (32) in the two-part film adaptation of the Broadway hit “Wicked”. In addition to Scarlett Johansson (40), he is currently part of the new Jurassic World Chapter “Jurassic World: Birth” and thus proves its changeability. In addition to his acting role, Bailey contributed to film music – with a clarinet solo in the topic of his figure.

Various lifestyle brands such as Emporio Armani and Omega have also become aware of Bailey – only recently he has turned off a campaign for the Italian aperitivo brand Martini in southern Italy. In the clip he deliberately goes “off script” and “enjoys the unplanned moments” – a message that you immediately decrease the charming 37 -year -old.

And yet: Despite his international success, Jonathan Bailey has remained open – at least it works when you take a look at the social networks. The Brit is celebrated not only for its roles on Tikok and Co., but also for its appearance away from the canvas:, sometimes for, sometimes in the perfectly fitting smoking.

Social media has long since chosen the actor as a “baby girl” – an ironic title for male stars that combine charisma with vulnerability. Bailey seems to enjoy this attribution with a wink. Whether on stage, in a blockbuster or at the aperitivo in Italy: Jonathan Bailey embodies a new form of star – one that is more than just leading man. One of the attitude shows. And looks damn good.