‘Bridgerton’ Stirs Up Debate With Having A Black Queen Charlotte
12/30/20 AT 6:19 PM
Netflix’s original series created by Shonda Rhimes, “Bridgerton,” is the hottest show at the moment, and it’s been giving a few history lessons, too.
The show follows the lives of those in the highest socialite class in Britain, which includes white and black members. The lives of eight siblings are shown throughout the series as they search to find love in this romantic period piece. Some have called it the modern-day "Gossip Girl."
It’s based on the novels created by Julia Quinn.
Queen Charlotte is a large part of the show, and she’s played by a black actress, which is more diverse than who these types of shows usually cast. She’s caused some debate, with some wondering why she is played by Golda Rosheuvel.