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Celebs dressed to the nines at “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” SA premiere

South African and international personalities donned regal wear at an exclusive South African premiere of Bridgerton‘s prequel spin-off, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, hosted by Netflix.

The six-part series looks at a young Queen Charlotte’s – played by India Amarteifio – relationship with King George of England. Their marriage sparks an epic love story and transforms high society, says Netflix.

The queen herself – actress Golda Rosheuvel- graced the attendees with her presence, along with the young Lady Danbury, actress Arsema Thomas.

 

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Former Miss South Africa, Jo-Ann Strauss, acted as the host of the Bridgerton-themed event.

 

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Other attendees included businesswoman Basetsana “Bassie” Kumalo, TV personality Minnie Dlamini, actress Thembi Seete and model Blue Mbombo.

 

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Nigerian actors Lilian Afegbai and Kunle Remi, along with Big Brother Naija housemates Mercy Eke and Erica Ngozi Nlewedim were also in attendance.

 

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The series’ official trailer was released on 23 March.

Watch:

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story premieres on Netflix on 4 May.

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