The REAL Bridgerton: Queen Charlotte, Lord Byron & Georgian Celebrity
May 24, 2024
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Discover the real-life inspirations behind Bridgerton with Queen Charlotte and Lord Byron. Uncover Queen Charlotte's true nature, Mozart's quirky humor, and Lord Byron's scandalous persona. Explore the royal scandals, eccentricities, and romantic entanglements of Georgian society.
Queen Charlotte's struggles in high society and desire for heirs revealed a complex figure beyond the crown.
Lord Byron's tumultuous life, marked by scandalous affairs and a reputation for danger, left a lasting legacy.
Deep dives
Bridgerton's Real Story Unveiled
Explore the hidden truth behind Bridgerton's dazzling portrayal of 18th century Britain. Delve into the dating taboos, lavish parties, and scandalous encounters. Unmask the real-life figures that inspired the show, from Lord Byron to Queen Charlotte, portrayed in a new light.
Queen Charlotte: A Royal Romance
Discover the untold story of Queen Charlotte, her unconventional marriage to George III, and her struggles to fit into high society. Explore her deep desire for heirs, philanthropic endeavors, and challenges with courtly life. Uncover the complexities of her relationship with a mentally-strained George III.
Mozart: Genius and Scandal
Unveil the fascinating life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, from his musical prodigy days to his scandalous personal affairs. Explore his relationships, his humorous and eccentric personality, and his deep dedication to music. Delve into his involvement in the Freemasons and his passion for entertaining social circles.
Lord Byron: Poet of Passion and Controversy
Embark on a journey through the tumultuous life of Lord Byron, from his melancholic poetry to his scandalous love affairs. Uncover the dark shadows of incest, abusive experiences, and his infamous reputation for being 'mad, bad, and dangerous to know'. Follow his path to Greece and his untimely end in the Greek War of Independence.
The third season of Bridgerton is out and we are back in sexy scandalous Georgian society. But while we watch, we're taking a step back to ask: how real is Bridgerton?
On this second episode in our REAL Bridgerton mini-series, we're looking at the royals and celebrities who filled the newspapers during 18th and early 19th century Britain.
What was Queen Charlotte really like? What was the genius Mozart's fascination with fart jokes? And was Lord Byron as dangerous to know as they say he was?
Joining Kate today are Catherine Curzon, Judith Grohmann and Emily Brand.
Also, if you'd like to find out more about this incredible period, you can watch Kate present a two-part documentary - Georgian Sex, Drugs and Rock n Roll: Unbuttoning Bridgerton - over on History Hit. Simply click here for a free 14 day trial and watch now.
This episode was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. Additional production was provided by Annie Woodman. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.
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