Bridgerton Season 3: Eloise and Penelope's Friendship Takes a Surprising Turn

Eloise's Unlikely Bond with Cressida

In the upcoming season of Bridgerton, Eloise Bridgerton (played by Claudia Jessie) will find herself navigating an unexpected friendship with Penelope Featherington's (Nicola Coughlan) former bully, Cressida Cowper (Adjoa Andoh).

According to Jessie, Eloise's kindness and unease over Penelope's mistreatment by Cressida will be the catalyst for their unlikely bond. "Eloise is always looking for a way to help those she cares about," Jessie explains. "And when she sees how much Cressida is hurting Penelope, she can't help but try to do something about it."

A Shared Love of Reading and Free Spirits

Despite their contrasting personalities, Eloise and Penelope's shared love of reading and their free spirits will play a key role in forging their strong bond. "Eloise and Penelope are both outsiders in their own way," Jessie says. "They both have a passion for learning and a desire to break free from societal expectations. That shared understanding creates a strong connection between them."

The Future of the Peneloise Friendship

After the dramatic events of the Season 2 finale, viewers are eagerly anticipating the future of the Peneloise friendship. Jessie teases that the upcoming season will explore the complexities of their relationship and test the limits of their friendship.

"Penelope and Eloise have been through a lot together," Jessie says. "They've been each other's confidants, supporters, and cheerleaders. But they've also had their disagreements and challenges. I think this season will really put their friendship to the test and show how strong it truly is."