After Unnecessary Backlash, The "Bridgerton" Author Wrote A Long Post Defending The Show's Decision To Gender Swap Michael

“I ask that you grant me and the Shondaland team some faith as we move forward.”

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It’s no secret thatBridgertonis one of the biggest TV shows right now.

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“I ask that you grant me and the Shondaland team some faith as we move forward."

However, John suddenly dies, leaving Fran to mourn the loss of her husband.

It’s also worth noting that this would be the first central queer love story the show has explored.

Close-up of a scene with Colin and Penelope about to kiss

“I didn’t want to just insert a queer character for queer character’s sake.

So much so that Julia has now spoken out about the backlash.

Jess and I talked for a long time about it.

Nicola Coughlan in bridal gown and veil gazes at Luke Newton in period costume during a wedding scene

I am grateful for your understanding and touched by your deep commitment to the characters of theBridgertonworld.

I ask that you grant me and the Shondaland team some faith as we move forward.”

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Francesca and John during their wedding

Michaela smiling as Francesca looks at her, surprised

Michaela and John talking to Francesca at a ball

Hannah Dodd as Francesca Bridgerton

Michaela asking Francesca who she is, and Francescas fumbling her words before saying her full name

Jess Brownell in a suit on a red carpet

Michaela telling Francesca and Eloise, "A pleasure to make your acquaintance"

Julia Quinn poses on the red carpet in a shoulder-baring dress at a 'Bridgerton' event

Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley in three intense, close-up scenes from 'Bridgerton,' with an emotional and romantic atmosphere

Michaela joking with Francesca and Eloise saying everything John has told them about her is a lie, but "the truth is far worse"

The cast of Bridgerton on a red carpet alongside Shonda Rhimes and Julia Quinn

Francesca telling John she hopes her future husband doesn't hide her piano stool, and he responds with "I would not dream of it"

Francesca and John whispering to each other in a scene from Bridgerton

Victor Alli and Hannah Dodd in a scene from Bridgerton, where Francesca and John stand together in silence

Francesca and Violet hold hands

Michaela and John smiling and talking to Francesca in a scene from Bridgerton

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