Korean-American actor to star in the new season of Netflix series 'Bridgerton.'

The new season of Netflix series 'Bridgerton.'

American media outlet Variety and other foreign news agencies reported on the 16th (local time) that "Ha Yerin has been cast as Sophie Beckett in 'Bridgerton 4'."

'Bridgerton 4' will focus on Benedict Bridgerton, the second son of the family. Benedict has exhibited a free-spirited wanderer personality in previous seasons.

'Bridgerton 4' will focus on Benedict Bridgerton, the second son of the family. Benedict has exhibited a free-spirited wanderer personality in previous seasons.

The character Sophie Beckett, played by Ha Yerin, is the love interest of Benedict Bridgerton (played by Luke Thompson). She is one of the family's illegitimate children and is unacknowledged.

The love interest of Benedict Bridgerton (played by Luke Thompson).

Ha Yerin is a Korean-Australian, having been born and raised in Australia. She gained recognition through her role as 'Kwan Ha' in the Paramount+ original series 'Halo.'

She has also appeared in Australian dramas such as 'Reef Break' and 'Bad Behaviour', and will feature in the upcoming film 'Dune: The Sisterhood' set to release this November.

In South Korea, she is known as the granddaughter of veteran actress Sohn Sook. "I watched many of Sohn Sook's plays from a young age, which inspired me to become an actress," she shared.

'Bridgerton' is based on the novel of the same name by Julia Quinn. It is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of the eight siblings of the Bridgerton family in England.

The series premiered its first season in December 2020. It gained immense popularity for its glamorous depiction of British high society, high production value, and the chemistry between the actors.

To date, a total of four series have been presented. Following season 2 in 2022 and season 3 in 2024, a spin-off about Queen Charlotte was also produced. Season 4 is set to be released in 2026.

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