Simon Basset’s absence from Bridgerton season 2 has the potential to improve Daphne’s story. Despite the fact that season 1 ended right when Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon's relationship as newlyweds and parents was just beginning, Regé-Jean Page, the breakout star of Bridgerton who portrays Simon Basset (a.k.a.
the Duke of Hastings), won't be returning in season 2. Since Simon and Daphne’s relationship was the central focus of Bridgerton season 1, it seems almost impossible to imagine the
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