He's the charming Bridgerton brother who finally stole Penelope Featherington's heart (and ours!) in Season 3. But what about Luke Newton's real-life romances? Hold onto your bonnets, dear readers, because things are about to get intriguing!
Before setting hearts aflutter in the ton, Luke was linked to West End actress Jade Davies. Their romance blossomed in 2019, with the pair often spotted enjoying cozy dates and sharing sweet snaps on social media.
"We just clicked," Luke gushed about Jade in a past interview. "She's incredibly talented, supportive, and just gets me."
However, whispers of a separation began swirling in 2022, with sources close to the couple confirming the split. "It was amicable," an insider revealed. "They're both focused on their careers and remain good friends."
But fear not, hopeless romantics! Luke's single status didn't last long. Eagle-eyed fans spotted him on the exclusive dating app Raya, sending the rumor mill into overdrive.
"He was definitely active on the app," a source dished. "He seemed to be keeping his options open and was looking for someone who shared his interests in travel, food, and of course, the arts."
Adding fuel to the fire, rumors of a romance between Luke and his "The Lodge" co-star Sophie Simnett have also swirled for years. Fans couldn't help but notice their undeniable chemistry both on and off-screen during their time filming the Disney Channel show.
Their social media accounts offered further clues, with playful banter and cozy photos fueling the flames of speculation. One particular Instagram post, featuring Luke and Sophie sharing a laugh at a wrap party, sent fans into a frenzy.
"You two are adorable! Just admit you're dating already," one fan commented, echoing the sentiments of many.
Despite the fervent speculation, Luke and Sophie remained tight-lipped about the true nature of their relationship. To this day, they have neither confirmed nor denied the dating rumors, leaving fans to wonder if their connection extended beyond the screen.
Now, let's address the elephant in the ballroom: Is there more to Luke's bond with his "Bridgerton" co-star Nicola Coughlan than meets the eye? Their on-screen chemistry as Colin and Penelope is undeniable, leaving fans rooting for them both on and off-screen.
Adding fuel to the fire, Luke shared a playful photo of the pair on Instagram in May 2023. The blurry snap captured them smiling and sticking their tongues out, accompanied by two teasing emojis. Fans immediately flooded the comments section with speculation.
"Please tell me this means what I think it means! #PolinForever," one fan pleaded.
Nicola further fueled the fire with her own social media posts, showering Luke with support during his theatrical run in "The Shape of Things."
"Smashing it up on the London stage and I'm so proud, you're the best," she captioned a photo of them beaming at each other in a restaurant booth.
Despite the undeniable affection and support they display publicly, both Luke and Nicola have remained adamant that their relationship is strictly platonic.
"We're incredibly close friends and colleagues," Nicola clarified in an interview. "The 'Bridgerton' fandom is so passionate, and we love that they ship Polin, but Luke and I are just good friends."
While Luke Newton's heartthrob status is undeniable, it seems the details of his love life remain a closely guarded secret. Whether he's searching for love on exclusive dating apps, keeping things friendly with former co-stars, or simply enjoying the single life, one thing's for sure: We'll be watching (and analyzing his every social media post) with bated breath!
