Simone Ashwini Pillai (born 30 March 1995), [2] [3] known professionally as Simone Ashley, is a British actress. She is known for her roles in the Netflix period drama Bridgerton ... Having auditioned in 2020, it was announced in February 2021 that Ashley would star as leading lady Kate Sharma, opposite Jonathan Bailey, ...

Mar 22, 2022 · Simone Ashley, 26, plays Kate Sharma, the leading lady of season two of "Bridgerton." After setting sail from India, Kate arrives to London with her stepmother, Mary (Shelley...

Mar 29, 2022 · Simone Ashley, 26, stars as Kate Sharma in the second season of Netflix's hit series Bridgerton. But it's likely you've seen Simone before. She's been acting since a young age—a...

Mar 25, 2022 · Bridgerton Season 2 leading lady Simone Ashley on why her character is a heroine for any era and her favorite behind-the-scenes moments. "There’s a fire to Kate that I definitely relate to"

Jun 21, 2022 · Simone Ashley has always been a fan of the romance genre, but before being cast as Kate Sharma in “Bridgerton,” playing the lead in a period drama seemed improbable to her. “I never imagined that...

Mar 31, 2022 · Good news for all the Simone Ashley fans out there: She just confirmed that her Bridgerton character, Kathani “Kate” Sharma, will be returning for season three.

Oct 3, 2024 · A Bridgerton season 4 cast update from actor Simone Ashley has definitively settled Kate Sharma's status in the series following fan backlash over her role in season 3.

Feb 16, 2021 · The actress is joining the cast as season 2's leading lady, playing Kate Sharma. Netflix and Shondaland confirmed the casting news on February 15, teasing that Ashley would be the eldest ...

Mar 25, 2022 · Simone Ashley will play Kate, Anthony Bridgerton's love interest in season 2. From is taking over the role of Prince Philip season 3 of The Crown. From Because the Night to Sex...

Jun 14, 2024 · T he first time we meet Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma, it’s around 14 minutes and 11 seconds into Bridgerton season two, episode one. She’s not promenading, or enjoying tea in a drawing room, or standing along the perimeter of a ballroom, eyes sparkling, waiting to dance.