- This page is about the book character. For the Netflix character, see Benedict Bridgerton
Benedict Bridgerton is the second Bridgerton child.
History[]
Early Life[]
Benedict was out horse racing with his brother, Anthony, the day his father, Edmund, died. Benedict had been gripped by a fear that something bad would happen, and lost the horse race. When they returned home, Benedict found out about Edmund's death.
1813[]
Benedict arrived at Lady Danbury's ball with his brother, Colin, where he was introduced to Simon Basset by Anthony. He convinced Simon to save his younger sister, Daphne, from their mother's attempts at matchmaking. He tried to get out of talking to Lady Danbury, but he and his brothers were cornered by her, along with Daphne.
When Anthony duelled Simon for Daphne's honor, Benedict served as his second. Colin and Daphne showed up and stopped the duel, though both Anthony and Benedict were angry at Colin for bringing Daphne.
Benedict came with his brothers to Simon's house in London to confront him after Daphne showed up in London alone without her husband. They refused to leave until Simon proved he loved Daphne. His mother, Violet, came by, though, and dragged Benedict, Anthony, and Colin out of the house.
1814[]
Benedict was at White's with Anthony and Colin when Anthony declared his intention to get married that season. He attended Violet's country party at Aubrey Hall with his entire family.
Benedict found Anthony hungover at White's soon after his marriage to Kate Sheffield. He made fun of Anthony, but then told his brother to make up with Kate for whatever they had fought about, and tell her that he loves her. Anthony agreed, and leaves.
1815[]
Benedict attended a masquerade ball thrown by Violet. It was there he first met Sophie Beckett. He didn't know her name, only knowing her as the Lady in Silver, but Benedict fell in love with her immediately. She ran away before he could find out who she was, and Benedict tried to find her. Her glove led him to Penwood House, but he didn't find her there. For the next six months, he attended every party he could, trying to find her. He stopped looking, but never forgot about his mystery love.
1817[]
Benedict encountered Sophie again when he was the Cavender house, and saved her from being raped by Phillip Cavender. He felt an inexplicable bond towards her, and insisted on her coming to London with him and working as a maid in his mother's house. She refused, but he blackmailed her by saying he would accuse her of theft if she didn't. Sophie found work as a lady's maid in Violet's household, and Benedict used to visit often, flirting with Sophie and asking her to be his mistress, which Sophie refused. One day, he was at his mother's house and found Sophie shaken up. He brought her back to his house so she could calm down, and they ended up sleeping together. Benedict again said that Sophie should be his mistress, but she refused and Benedict left upset.
He came to Violet's house two weeks later, and told Violet that he loved someone "unsuitable." Violet told him that she would always love and support him. He ended up finding Sophie while she was playing blind man's bluff with his cousins, and saw her with her upper face covered. He realized she was the Lady in Silver. Benedict got angry, and confronted Sophie for not telling him. She revealed that she was the illegitimate daughter of the Earl of Penwood, and they would never have a future. Benedict was upset, and left. However, after talking with Colin, he realized he loved Sophie, and decided to marry her. When he came back, Violet told him that Sophie left. They found out from his sisters, Hyacinth and Francesca, that she was arrested by Araminta Gunningworth, the Countess of Penwood.
Benedict went with Violet to the jail to rescue Sophie. Araminta was there, and Benedict threatened to inflict bodily harm on her for hurting Sophie. He declared that Sophie is his fiancee, and demanded her to be released. Araminta accused her of theft, but her daughter, Posy Reiling, showed up and claimed she was the thief. Violet helped Benedict get Sophie released, and also threatened Araminta into keeping quiet about Sophie's parentage so Benedict could marry her. Benedict and Sophie were reunited, and married soon after. They moved to My Cottage, Benedict's residence in Wiltshire.
1824[]
Benedict attended Violet's birthday in London with Sophie and their three sons: Charles, William, and Alexander. Sophie revealed to him that she was pregnant with their fourth child. He wanted it to be a girl and said they should name her Violet, and Sophie agreed.
Benedict and Sophie again came to town when Colin married Penelope Featherington. Soon after, his sister, Eloise, went missing, and they discovered that she had gone to meet Sir Phillip Crane, who lived close to Benedict's house. Benedict, Anthony, Colin, and Gregory, his youngest brother, went to get Eloise. They found her, and brought her to My Cottage until she married Phillip a week later.
Eloise came to Benedict's house unannounced after her marriage, and found out that Charles was seriously ill. She helped Benedict and Sophie keep vigil over him. Phillip came, and suggested a remedy to help Charles. Benedict helped Phillip prepare the remedy, and Charles became better soon after.
Personality[]
As a Bridgerton, Benedict has always been noticed and recognized as part of the family he loves and is close to. But what he really wishes is that someone would recognize him as just Benedict: a man with his own talents and interests apart from his family.
Relationships[]
Romantic[]
Sophie Bridgerton[]
Benedict fell in love with Sophie Beckett the moment he saw her. He felt that she was the woman he was meant to be with. When Sophie disappeared, Benedict was determined to find her. He searched every social gathering he could for months to find her, but couldn't. He encountered Sophie again a few years later, and felt drawn to her. He asked her to be his mistress, but she refused, and Benedict forced her to get work at his mother's house. After she got hired, Benedict visited more often to see her. Sophie told him about seeing his artwork and how talented he is as an artist, and Benedict was thrilled by her praise. He realized that he'd fallen in love with Sophie. He got his mother's blessing, but then found out that Sophie was the mystery woman he met and fell in love with. He was upset, thinking about how he had looked for her. He eventually reconciled with her, saving Sophie from being sent to jail by Araminta. He and Sophie married and moved to the countryside, living happily with their children.
Familial[]
Colin Bridgerton[]
Benedict is very close with his younger brother, Colin. They have often confided in one another; specifically, Benedict confided in Colin about his feelings for Sophie. They have a very much of a bickering-banter, but love each other to death and would do anything for one another at the end of the day.
Eloise Crane[]
Benedict is closest with Eloise out of all of his younger sisters. His wife, Sophie, and Eloise are also dear friends.
Violet Bridgerton[]
Caroline Basset[]
Benedict has a close relationship with his niece, Caroline, who shares his passion for art. Caroline loves visiting him in Wiltshire. After spending three weeks with Benedict and Sophie, taking drawing lessons from him, Caroline was desperate to return.[1]
Friendships[]
Professional[]
Career[]
Notes and Trivia[]
- Benedict is a very talented artist. He has loved to draw, and very impressively, since around the age of five. He has two paintings in the National Gallery.[1]
- If Benedict had been a girl, Edmund and Violet were planning to name her Beatrice.[2]
- Benedict is said to look the most like Edmund.[source?]
- Benedict has the famous Bridgerton thick, chestnut hair[3] and brown eyes.[4]
- Benedict takes his tea with milk, no sugar.[5]
- Benedict loves eating eggs.[6]
Appearances[]
| Bridgerton Books | |||||
| #01 | "The Duke and I" | #04 | "Romancing Mister Bridgerton" | #07 | "It's In His Kiss" |
| #02 | "The Viscount Who Loved Me" | #05 | "To Sir Phillip, With Love" | #08 | "On The Way To The Wedding" |
| #03 | "An Offer from a Gentleman" | #06 | "When He Was Wicked" | #09 | "The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After" |
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