Bridgerton: All The Family Trees

Violet Bridgerton Played by: Ruth GemmellEdmund Bridgerton is the late husband of Violet Bridgerton and the father to their eight children. He died at age 38 from an allergic reaction to a bee sting before his youngest child, Hyacinth, was even born. His death had a profound impact on his oldest son, Anthony, who had to take over the viscounty when he was just 18 years old. Edmund is always remembered by his family as a loving husband and father.Violet Bridgerton is headstrong and creates a very united front for her family. Throughout each season she will dedicate herself to helping her eight children find their true love matches.

Played by: **Jonathan Bailey**Anthony is the eldest sibling of the Bridgerton family and takes on the role of Viscount in his father's absence. He tries (yet often fails) to help his younger sister Daphne find the most suitable match to marry. In the second season Anthony will take centre stage to find the love of his life ... in the most unexpected way.

Played by: Luke Thompson The second eldest sibling has been captured in a romantic embrace with a mystery woman and fans have speculated that he will also be focused on love this season. Benedict takes the lead in the third novel titled An Offer From A Gentleman.

Played by: Luke Newton Last season the drama with Marina Thompson caused quite a stir for Colin. The trailer for Bridgerton Season 2 revealed that Colin will return from his travels. Entertainment Weekly teased that he has 'also deepened his relationship with Penelope via maintaining a steady correspondence with her while he was away'.Fans of Julia Quinn's books fans will know that the fourth book, Romancing Mister Bridgerton, tells the story of Colin and Penelope's love. However, don't get too excited, it appears that Penelope and Colin's romance will likely be a slow burn. Luke Newton teased a bit of his character's mindset in the new season. 'He's not focusing so much on romance and that aspect of his life anymore,' Newton told Entertainment Weekly. 'He's looking for new pursuits and different ventures that maybe don't cause as much heartbreak.'

Played by: Phoebe Dynevor Daphne was front and centre in season one as it was all about her quest for true love. After a lustful cat and mouse chase with the Duke of Hastings – Simon and Daphne finally got together by the end of season one. They get married and have a baby boy. This season Daphne will be taking a backseat but she will still be around to advise her brother Anthony on his quest for true love.

Played by: Claudia Jessie Viewers are quick to learn that the firth Bridgerton child has no interest in being married and would much rather focus on her education. Her brash and quick-witted personality doesn't make her the most ideal 'lady', but she has certainly become a fan favourite. Despite her reluctance to love, Eloise's life changes when she gets to know Sir Phillip Crane (Chris Fulton) in the fifth book, To Sir Phillip, With Love.

Played by: Ruby StokesNot too much is known about Francesca just yet. As one of the youngest Bridgerton sibling, she has quite a while until her love story commences. She is the focus of the sixth book, When He Was Wicked, which details her later marriages to John Stirling and Michael Stirling.

Played by: Will TilstonLike Francesca, the first season of the Netflix show doesn't give us much to go n with Gregory's character. Switching up the order slightly, he is the focus of Julia Quinn's eighth book, On the Way to the Wedding.

Played by: Florence Hunt Hyacinth is the youngest Bridgerton and can't wait to follow in her sisters' footsteps and one day find a husband. Although she is the youngest child, she is the focus of Julia Quinn's seventh book, It's In His Kiss.

Played by: Shelly Conn Mary is Edwina Sharma's birth mother and stepmother to Kate Sharma. Kate's mother died while Kate was young, and her father remarried Mary soon after. In the book series, Mary never views her stepdaughter as other; in Mary's eyes, Kate is equally her daughter as much as Edwina is. She shares a strong bond with her daughters. Mary is also a widow. As she has grieved her husband's passing, the family's finances strain significantly, so the trip to London for the season is important.

Played by: **Simone Ashley**Kate is the new leading lady for season two and reluctantly falls for a certain Anthony Bridgerton. According to the season two show notes, Kate is a 'smart, headstrong young woman who suffers no fools - Anthony Bridgerton very much included.' Bridgerton author Julia Quinn has said she couldn't think of anyone 'more perfect' to play Kate.

Played by: Charitha Chandran Edwina is Mary Sharma's only biological child and the younger half-sister to Kate Sharma. She enters the ton wide-eyed and full of excitement about what it will bring her. She leans on Kate for support during her first marriage season. She is described as having 'been taught by her older sister to be the perfect debutante. She's kind-natured and endlessly endearing. But while she may be young and naive, she also knows what she wants: a true love match.'

We can't discuss the Sharmas without spotlighting the true star of the show – Newton Sharma. Their trusty Corgi belongs to Kate and while Kate is very fond of him, the rest of her family are not too keen. Newton isn't the best-behaved dog and is always up to mischief. In the trailer for Bridgerton season two, Newton is seen growling at Anthony, as well as tripping him into a lake. So, we might have Newton to thank for that wonderful picture of Jonathan Bailey getting out of the lake - cheers Newton!

Played by Ben Miller and Polly WalkerArchibald Featherington mostly fades into the background, during the first season. However, he's known to make a bet or two in gambling circles — this habit becomes important toward the later end of the first season. Sadly, by the end of season one he dies. Portia Featherington only wants what is best for her daughters, and is desperate for them to find a suitor. However, she plays the role of the micromanaging mother and is not above creating the occasional sketchy scheme to help her girls get ahead in society.

Played by: Harriet Cains and Bessie CarterPenelope's older sisters Philippa and Prudence aren't exactly the kindest siblings. They've both been attending social events to find potential suitors, without success, and in season two their quest for a match continues.

Played by: **Nicola Coughlan**Penelope was thought to be a kind and quiet observer of London society, often overlooked by those around her. However, at the end of season one she was revealed to be spoiler alert the one and only Lady Whistledown. The gossip-girl of the Regency era knows the best kept secrets from the ton! She was madly in love with Colin Brigderton but as her cousin Marina grew close to him – she ruthlessly teared their relationship apart by publishing her pregnancy in a pamphlet. Penelope is defiantly one to watch this season…

Played by: **Ruby Barker**Marina is a distant cousin of Lord Featherington and was sent from the country to live with her relatives during the social season. She caused quite the scandal whislt there. After falling in love, getting engaged and planning to run away with Colin Bridgerton, Lady Whistledown released the news that she had been pregnant the whole time. She ended up leaving the ton disgraced and with a new fiance on her arm - Phillip Cran.