The moment he went from a complete stranger to an international star, Jonathan Bailey he remembers it well. It was when, after having cut his teeth in the theater and in various television productions as a supporting actor and guest star, he welcomed Anthony Bridgerton, the Viscount made in Netflix who definitively consecrated him as a world sex symbol in 2022, when he was became the main character of the second season of Bridgerton bewitching the hearts of millions of girls and boys who have identified in him not only the charm of the perfect English dandy, but also the freshness that a 34-year-old boy without too many crickets in his head he is capable of transmitting to those around him.
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That may be why, when he arrives at the Santoni Park set up in the heart of Milan on a hot Sunday due to high temperatures, everyone turns to look at him and photograph him and are surprised at how the effect Bridgerton didn’t bring Bailey to his head.
In the middle of the shoes Santoni from the Spring-Summer 2023 collection, a skilful mix between the casual spirit and the evergreen elegance of his models that have made the history of the brand, Jonathan Bailey walks with sneaker, a white suit from head to toe and a pair of sunglasses round suns that hide his brown eyes. He smiles, shakes hands, indulges in selfies and friendly chat before taking a walk in the garden with us for five minutes that we wished were twenty. “My first time in Italy was seven years ago “he says in strict British, adding that this is his first foray into Fashion Week thanks to Santoni, of whom he appreciates both “the sense of family” and “the desire to redefine the classic making it current through a new range of colors”.
What do you like about Italy?
“The first time I was there, I left a piece of my heart there. I love the sense of family you have, not to mention the climate, the beaches, and most of all, the food. I’ve been coming for quite a busy week, and I can tell you that being here and rolling around a bit is very relaxing for me. “
Is your relationship with fashion relaxed too?
“Much. I don’t worry too much, I live my way of dressing with great freedom and freshness. To tell you: I have always appreciated long socks with sneakers ».
Certainly her way of dressing today is a little more comfortable than what she used to have Bridgerton.
“I would say yes. All clothing of Bridgerton are incredibly uncomfortable (laughsed) “.
You are openly homosexual: twenty years ago it would not have been easy for an open actor to make a career like today. Do you think that everything is now archived or that there is still room for improvement?
“I think the sector has made great strides in recent years. The way women should be dressed, the abuse of power in industry and the portrayal of race on screen have changed a lot, but there is still room for improvement. We are still slaves to gender sexualization, and we have to work hard to make this change. ‘
Your contribution to this change?
«Choosing projects on the basis of this sensitivity. Move the needle from work to work to ensure that the improvements are there for all to see. Each of us should work in this direction, to try to make a difference ».
Our time is running out, but I can’t help but ask her: the script for Bridgerton 3?
“Yup (laughs, ed). I read the first two episodes while driving from France, and I think they are great. Can’t wait to support Luke (Newton, ed), my little brother, also because in life we are very friends. I just spent the last month and a half checking him out and making sure he has everything he needs, that he knows everything. I already know that he will be fine. “
Does taking a step back from the lead role scare you?
“It is right that I step back, step back into the background and enjoy the beautiful world of Bridgerton that we are building together. Nothing else matters”.
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