The Bridgerton world is one of romance and passion. But it’s also about family. There’s a reason the meddlesome mamas of Regency-era London are so obsessed with the marriage mart: relationships matter. 

Season 4, which is now streaming, sees a new member of the Bridgerton family find his own fairy tale. Second son Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) leads the installment alongside his now-wife Sophie Bridgerton (Yerin Ha). While Benedict comes to obtain the same kind of romantic love his siblings have found in prior seasons, he begins to see his own family in a new light.

“One of the great things about this show is that it’s about love,” Thompson says. “But it’s also about growing up and … how to grow within your family but not be completely circumscribed by it.” 

As Bridgerton fans fall for another magical romance, explore the family trees at the center of the series. You can traverse the ton’s most illustrious lineages with guides to the Bridgertons (who have an adorable new heir), the Featheringtons, the Danburys, the royal family, and even Penwood House.  

Meet the clan at the very top of the ton in the Bridgerton universe. The rulers of England — and the social stratosphere. 

Princess Augusta 

A woman who, like Queen Charlotte, married into the royal family. In Queen Charlotte, Princess Augusta is the mother of King George and the wife of the late Prince Frederick, who died before ever ascending the throne.  

Queen Charlotte 

The leading lady of Queen Charlotte and England’s ultimate discerning matriarch. While Queen Charlotte reigns over the United Kingdom, she hails from the territory of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Queen Charlotte would have 15 children in her lifetime. 

King George 

Queen Charlotte’s king and the most powerful man in England. He is as mysterious as he is handsome and was raised to be royal. In the Regency era, George has left public life.  

Adolphus 

Queen Charlotte’s older brother and a royal himself in the territory of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. 

Prince Regent George 

The first son of Queen Charlotte and King George, whose royal title gives the Bridgerton era its Regency name. 

The royal children

King George and Queen Charlotte’s children, in descending order: Prince Regent George, Prince Frederick, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Prince Edward, Princess Augusta, Princess Elizabeth, Prince Ernest, Prince Augustus, Prince Adolphus, Princess Mary, Princess Sophia.

One of the most popular and influential families in the Regency era of Bridgerton. In Queen Charlotte, we get a peek into their lineage. 

Lord Ledger 

A kindly aristocrat in the Queen Charlotte era. Husband of Lady Ledger and proud father of Violet Bridgerton, née Ledger. He also had a relationship with Lady Danbury. 

Lady Ledger 

The wife of Lord Ledger and mother of Violet. Unlike her husband, she is less than enthused about the Great Experiment.

Dowager Viscountess Violet Bridgerton 

One of the ton’s most caring mamas. Violet was born a Ledger and went on to marry Viscount Edmund Bridgerton. She’s the mother of eight wildly distinct and charming children. 

Viscount Edmund Bridgerton 

The beloved late father of the Bridgerton brood. Violet and Edmund fell in love during childhood. He died before the birth of his youngest child, Hyacinth Bridgerton. 

Viscount Anthony Bridgerton 

The head of the Bridgerton family in the Regency era. The first child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton and devoted husband of Viscountess Kate Bridgerton. A man who loves his wife so fervently that he does not believe marriage is hard work. Anthony is delighted to become a parent alongside his dear wife Kate to their first baby, Edmund.  

Viscountess Kathani Bridgerton

The headstrong but loving and loyal wife of Viscount Anthony Bridgerton. Although Kathani — better known as Kate to her friends — was raised in India, she now calls England home. Her parents are Mr. Sharma and his first wife, who died when Kate was a child. Kate was then lovingly raised by Mr. Sharma’s second wife, Lady Mary Sharma, alongside Kate’s younger sister, Edwina Sharma. 

Kate is a woman who loves her husband so passionately, she knows marriage is hard work. She and Anthony return to London after Kate gives birth to their first child, Edmund.   

Edmund Bridgerton

The future of the viscounty is secured: Lord and Lady Bridgerton have welcomed their beloved bouncing boy. Named after his late Bridgerton grandfather, baby Edmund is the apple of his family’s eye and the future of the family name.   

Lady Mary Sharma

A former debutante who was raised amid the aristocracy, Lady Mary chose love over the harsh expectations of her parents. She married Kate’s father, Mr. Sharma, a clerk, and joyfully embraced Kate as her own child. Mr. and Mrs. Sharma then welcomed their second daughter, Edwina.

Edwina Sharma

The younger daughter of Lady Mary and Mr. Sharma, Edwina was named diamond of the season by Queen Charlotte. Kate’s beloved younger sister and a romantic at heart, Edwina has expanded her list of hobbies since marrying and returning to India. She’s not only an avid reader now but also a lover of horseback riding, like Kate.

Benedict Bridgerton

The second child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton. A soulful artist with an appetite for merrymaking, Benedict has finally found his reason for staying still: Sophie Bridgerton, his wife. Benedict was so determined to wed Sophie that he would have chartered a boat to the Americas to find her. Luckily, all Benedict really needed to do was interrupt court proceedings, help track down a hidden will, and convince the Queen of England to allow him to marry the love of his life. 

Sophie Bridgerton

The witty wife of Benedict Bridgerton and the only biological child of Lord Richard Gun, Earl of Penwood. Sophie was raised with all the elegance and education befitting her bloodline: she can speak four languages, reads constantly, and, now, can even ballroom dance. Sophie is also her creative husband’s muse, as proven by the beautiful portrait of her hanging in the couple’s country estate, My Cottage (or, is it really Our Cottage?). 

Colin Bridgerton 

The third child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton. Colin has a traveler’s heart but put his roots down in Mayfair at last, alongside his wife, fellow writer Penelope Bridgerton. They share a son, who, by a twist of fate, is both a Bridgerton and the newest Lord Featherington. 

As a man with an appetite for life, Colin is a proud member of the Featherington brothers-in-law dining club. 

Penelope Bridgerton 

The brilliant and brave wife of Colin Bridgerton. Penelope, the youngest daughter of Lord and Lady Featherington, is now the mother to the heir of the family. She is a dreamer and a doer, as proven by her previous success as scandal sheet writer Lady Whistledown — and other current writing accomplishments under her own name. She is the proud mother of baby Elliot, the lord of the Featherington family. 

Duchess Daphne Basset

The fourth child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton and the family’s eldest daughter. Following an eventful first season as a debutante, Daphne is now married to the sought-after Duke Simon, with whom she has a son, August.  

Duke Simon Basset 

A reformed rake, much like his brother-in-law Viscount Anthony. He’s the Duke of Hastings and has grown to love family following lifelong estrangement from his own father. 

August Basset 

The heir to the Basset name, the first child of Duke and Duchess Basset, and the first grandchild of Dowager Viscountess Bridgerton. He’s often called Augie. 

Eloise Bridgerton 

Eloise is the fifth child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton. While Eloise likes to have her head in a book, Violet would prefer her daughter to look across the ballroom and find her match. 

Lady Francesca Stirling

The sixth child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton is her family’s most introverted member and the Countess of Kilmartin. After a hectic first season in the marriage mart, Francesca wed Lord John Stirling, the Earl of Kilmartin. Tragedy strikes within the happy couple’s first year of marriage when John dies abruptly, leaving Francesca a young widow. 

A small ray of hope has broken out amid Francesca’s grief. This coming social season — which will pick up two years after the loss of John — will see the Countess of Kilmartin return to the marriage mart for practical reasons. Yet, the reemergence of one familiar figure will stoke passions that pragmatic Francesca was never planning to feel… 

Lord John Stirling 

The much-loved late husband of Francesca. A lover of puzzles, the Earl of Kilmartin was a kind — but quiet — soul.  A fellow of few words, John was also a gentleman of great romantic gestures. John’s primary estate is in Scotland.  

Michaela Stirling

The dear cousin of Lord John. Michaela is quick to laugh and quicker to say yes to travel. So, enjoy whatever time you have with Michaela, since she is often embarking on a new adventure. However, you should expect to see Miss Stirling again during the upcoming social season. Michaela intends to return to Mayfair to help tend to the Kilmartin estate— and, perhaps, reconnect with a certain close association. 

Gregory Bridgerton

The seventh child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton. Gregory’s following in the footsteps of his brothers as a student at Eton College. 

Hyacinth Bridgerton 

The eighth child of Viscount Edmund and Viscountess Violet Bridgerton. Hyacinth was born following the abrupt death of her father. She wishes for nothing more than to make her debut in the ton, like her sisters before her. 

Newton Bridgerton

A corgi. The cutest member of the Bridgerton family. Viscount Anthony and Viscountess Kate’s beloved pup. 

This aristocratic family has secrets— lots of them. Penwood House comes into focus in Bridgerton Season 4, after a mysterious Lady in Silver catches attention at a particularly special ball. 

Lord Richard Gun

The late sixth earl of Penwood, a loving man who often had difficulty sharing the whole truth with the women he loves. Despite calling Sophie his “ward,” Richard is really her biological father.

Lady Araminta Gun

A countess with strong survival instincts, Araminta will do anything to obtain what she believes is best for her daughters, Rosamund and Posy Li. Lord Richard Gun is Araminta’s second husband, a love match she felt lucky to find as the single mother of two children from her first marriage to the late Lord Li. Araminta refuses to accept her stepdaughter, Sophie, Richard’s ward, and punishes her with a life of brutal servitude after Richard’s death. Luckily, Sophie finds freedom and love at Bridgerton House. 

Sophie Bridgerton

A kind, resilient, and intelligent woman. The daughter of Lord Richard and his maid, Sophie was raised as her father’s ward. An unexpected night at Violet Bridgerton’s masquerade ball — while dressed as the mysterious Lady in Silver — draws Sophie toward the aristocracy she’s been kept from … and her husband, Benedict Bridgerton.

Rosamund Li

The older daughter of Araminta Gun and her first husband, Lord Li. Rosamund is her mother’s favored child and views herself as a diamond shining in any room.

Posy Li

The younger daughter of Araminta Gun and Lord Li. Posy is open-hearted and sweet, often sharing thoughts her mother would rather she didn’t. However, the right people appreciate and recognize Posy’s charm.

If Versace were around during the Regency era, this family would be dripping in it. Below their glittering surface lies a heart of gold.  

Lord Elliot Featherington 

The wee new heir to the Featherington name, beloved by his proud writer parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bridgerton. 

Lord Archibald Featherington 

The initial head of the Featherington family in Bridgerton and husband to Portia. His vast debts lead to his death in Season 1. 

Lady Portia Featherington

The matriarch of the Featheringtons and mother to three opinionated daughters. Lord Archibald’s death leaves her a widow in need of all her wiles to survive. A new grandmother to three babies. 

Prudence Dankworth 

The eldest daughter of Lord and Lady Featherington. Prudence is often seen as Portia’s favorite child, and isn’t afraid to remind anyone of her status in the family.

Harry Dankworth 

The very … pretty husband of Prudence. Although he has looks in spades, he lacks a title. A fan of imported cheese, Harry is a member of the Featherington brothers-in-law dining club. 

Baby Dankworth 

The first child of Harry and Prudence, a daughter whom her Featherington grandmother already expects to marry well.  

Philippa Finch 

The second daughter of Lord and Lady Featherington. She doesn’t exactly share her younger sister Penelope’s passion for reading. 

Albion Finch 

The very doting husband of Philippa. Much to Lady Portia’s dismay, Albion, like her other son-in-law, Harry, lacks a title, despite being a member of the ton. A lover of Taleggio cheese, Albion is the third member of the Featherington brothers-in-law dining club.  

Philomena Finch

The first daughter of Albion and Philippa Finch. Philomena’s mother predicts she’ll be a great writer without any need for a husband — just like her Aunt Penelope (who chose to marry the love of her life). 

Jack Featherington

A distant relative of Archibald. Following Archibald’s death, Jack arrives in London to assume the title of Lord Featherington. It was a short-lived stint, as Jack is forced to flee Mayfair over a ruby-mining scam. His flight also ends his burgeoning affair with Portia.

A shrewd and formidable family in the Bridgerton universe’s aristocracy. Queen Charlotte reveals their origin story.  

Lady Agatha Danbury 

One of the sharpest women in the ton. Lady Agatha is the widow of the late Lord Danbury and a mother of four. By the Regency era, she’s also a maternal figure to Duke Simon Basset following the death of his own biological mother. 

Lord Marcus Anderson

An unexpected visitor from the country — and Lady Danbury’s younger brother. Lord Marcus is a widow and a father. He has repaired his relationship with his sister and is happy that his name is at the top of Violet Bridgerton’s dance card.  

Lord Danbury

The husband of Lady Agatha, who wishes to be recognized for his status. He dies soon after obtaining the title of lord, leaving Lady Danbury a widow. 

Dominic Danbury 

The oldest son of Lord and Lady Danbury’s children and the heir of the family. 

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