Simone Ashley Stands Up Against Body Shamers to Defend Bridgerton Costar Nicola Coughlan

Entertainment | June 23, 2024, 11:44 p.m.

Simone Ashley, Nicola Coughlan's co-star, has spoken out about the online hate directed towards Coughlan for her body after a steamy scene in the latest season of their show. Ashley, who plays Kate in the series, revealed that Coughlan is not fazed by the hate and handles it with confidence and intelligence. She emphasized that Coughlan is tough and an inspiration to women everywhere. Despite facing media scrutiny and backhanded compliments, Coughlan continues to maintain a sense of humor and positivity. In a recent interview, Coughlan even pointed out the lack of representation for different body types in the media, showing her willingness to challenge society's beauty standards. With their show breaking records on Netflix, both Coughlan and Ashley are enjoying their success and not letting the haters bring them down.