Yerin Ha says Asian actors deserve these spaces in the Bridgerton spotlight
The 28-year-old, who plays Sophie Baek in the drama’s fourth season, reflected on her role while attending the Lunar New Year Gold Celebration hosted by Gold House in New York on February 12.
She described the experience as “amazing and beautiful” and said she feels proud to help advocate for greater inclusion.
“It’s been really, really amazing and beautiful,” Ha shares of being a part of the series’ latest season. “I’ve been really caught up with a press tour, it has been really positive.”
“I just feel so proud that I get to be the face of that and keep advocating for change and knowing that we deserve these roles and spaces,” she adds.
Season four follows Sophie, a maid who attends a masquerade ball and captures the attention of Benedict Bridgerton, portrayed by Luke Thompson. After meeting her as the mysterious Lady in Silver, Benedict begins searching for her identity as their romance unfolds against class divides.
Ha also described her experience filming the series. “We just have fun every day,” Ha said. “It was always a laugh on set, and everyone’s a good time and a good chat.”
Season four of Bridgerton is streaming on Netflix.