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The Mirror caught up with actress Adjoa Andoh on all things Bridgerton, including the ’emotional’ storylines season four has in store for her iconic character, Lady Danbury

Dearest gentle Mirror readers, the new season of Bridgerton is fast approaching, and we, for one, cannot wait to see what awaits the ladies and gentlemen of the ton.

And so, when this Mirror reporter crossed paths with Adjoa Andoh – aka the Lady Danbury – at this year’s Pride of Britain Awards, she had enough questions to fill an entire edition of Lady Whistledown.

Conscious that Andoh, 62, was on her way to be seated at a sparkling reception, however, we got straight to the point, intrigued as to what loyal viewers can expect from Benedict Bridgerton’s long-awaited love story, the first part of which drops on January 29.

As elegant as her onscreen counterpart, the star couldn’t have been more gracious as she divulged a little bit of insider gossip, including what her favourite season is so far. A question, of course, that never fails to spark debate amongst passionate fans.

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With a knowing twinkle in her eye, Andoh teased: “It’s gonna be a little bit different this season. I can’t tell you how it’s gonna be different, though. It’s gonna be different in a great way. And interesting, and some of us have got interesting things happening as well. I think it’s gonna be a worthwhile watch.”

When asked whether the upcoming season holds any particularly exciting or romantic moments for fan favourite Lady Dabury, Andoh considered: “You’ll see some emotional stuff, yes.”

And it looks as though viewers are in for a real treat. When asked what her favourite season is so far, Andoh immediately declared, with great surety: “The season I’m doing!”

Of course, to know all that awaits us in the new year would take away the fun and the guessing, which keeps swooning viewers hooked season after season. But what we do know is that this story will follow artistic-minded second brother Benedict (Luke Thompson), as he falls for a “mysterious Lady in Silver” at Lady Bridgerton’s masquerade ball.

Little does he know that the young lady who has so captured his heart isn’t the society debutante he’s used to, but an “intriguing maid” named Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha). There is more than a little hint of Cinderella about this latest love story, which is sure to enchant romantic spirits far and wide.

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Since Christmas 2020, the Shondaland adaptation of Julia Quinn’s spicy Bridgerton book series has brought a much-needed dose of escapism, with viewers falling for the ‘will they, won’t they’ plots, grand Regency-era setting, and contemporary pop music classical scores. So what is it like to work on such a widely beloved show?

On this front, Andoh is filled with enthusiasm as she offers a little glimpse of life on one of the world’s most famous sets. The actress, who has starred in five series so far, including the Queen Charlotte spin-off, reflected: “I really love how beautiful it is. I love how beautiful the costumes are and how beautiful the sets are, and how hard a ton of people that you will never even know their names have worked to make it look as fabulous as it is.

“I love the fact that there’s a whole variety of people doing it. I love how silly we are, how much fun we have on set. It’s a great show to be a part of. And what I really love is is when you’re out and about, you know, when we’re doing publicity for the show, that I can be in Ghana, or I can be in Greenwich, or I can be in Cambodia, or I can be in South Africa or Southern Spain, and everywhere you go, people know the show, which is kind of amazing. And there’s a lot of love for it.

“I love the fact, as well, that you know, everybody’s welcome to watch the show. Everybody’s invited, and I love the fact that when we have Bridgeton events, you feel that the space that we’re in is a safe space for everybody. And that’s a kind of nice energy to put in the world, I think.”

Bridgerton season four will be released in two parts. The first will air on January 29, 2026, with the second arriving on February 26, 2026.

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Our mum-to-be has tried out some of the most popular maternity leggings from the high street to discover which ones deliver on comfort, style and value

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Currently pregnant for the first time – and fairly overwhelmed by the amount of new things I’ll be needing to buy in the near future – the one item of maternity clothing I was recommended to buy by other mums was a good pair of maternity leggings.

Comfy and easy to style, they’ll become your go to wardrobe item, people said, able to worn casually with an oversized T-shirt or jumper, or made to look a bit smarter when paired with a shirt or tighter fitting top.

At first I wasn’t convinced – surely all leggings are super stretchy, right? – but as my belly grew bigger my favourite Adanola pair were soon digging in, and at five months pregnant, I realised that ones designed to accommodate a growing bump might actually be needed after all. So I’ve tried a number of pairs from the high street in order to find the best ones, and these are the ones that came up top…

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Best maternity leggings for 2025

Lovall Maternity Ultimate Everyday Leggings

£40 from Lovall

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I hadn’t heard of clothing brand Lovall until I started looking for maternitywear, but it’s one that comes up a lot in searches. The site does a huge range of different styles of maternity leggings, available in three different lengths, and after trying a few, these are the ones that came out on top for me.

Made from a buttery-soft material, no front seam and a band that goes all the way over the bump (so no tight waistband), they’re incredibly comfy and feel really premium. I even wore them on a 16-hour flight and they remained super comfy throughout, with no slipping down, digging in or going baggy at the knees.

The only way they – and, in fact, most of these in this list – could be improved is if they had a side pocket for your phone, my favourite feature of my pre-pregnancy Adanola leggings, and something I’ve really come to rely on.

Sweaty Betty All Day Maternity Leggings

£65 from Sweaty Betty

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Sweaty Betty’s maternity leggings came highly recommended to me by a fitness fanatic, who still wears theirs even after having their baby.

If you’re familiar with Sweaty Betty’s popular Power Leggings, you’ll recognise this fabric. Made from recycled textiles, it’s incredible thin and lightweight as well as being breathable, sweat-wicking and not at all see-though; it really feels like second skin.

The features I appreciate most, however, are the slim pocket in the left-hand side for your phone, and that the back still lies quite low (no bunching up by your sports bra).

Being such light material, however, they do show up lumps, bumps, VPLs and camel toes slightly more. They also aren’t very warm in these chilly months.

Some shoppers have reported that they don’t offer enough bump coverage during the later stages of pregnancy, but for now, these are my go-to for low-impact exercise.

For a cheaper alternative, MyProtein’s MP Women’s Maternity Leggings, £34, were also recommended by said sporty friend.

Jojo Maman Bébe Black Cotton Rich Maternity Leggings 2 Pack

£37.50 from Jojo Maman Bébé

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Another recommendation from a friend, I found these to be similar to Lovall’s in terms of comfort: soft, thick (a fraction thicker than Lovall’s) and hold their shape well. The wide waistband fits comfortably over the stomach, with the lower seam sitting neatly underneath the bump.

The main difference, however, is the length. When I first put these on, I had to double check if I’d ordered a tall length by mistake (I hadn’t; they only come in one leg length), as they’re not only long on the legs but come up very high over the bump too. At 5’8″, they’re actually the perfect full length fit for me, but it’s something to be aware of if you’re shorter.

I find them to be another excellent everyday pair, suitable for lounging, running errands and leisurely walks alike. The two-pack is good value for the quality, too.

Lovall Maternity Winter Everyday Leggings

£32 from Lovall

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Leggings aren’t always the warmest item of clothing to wear when the weather’s cold, but these are an exception; something between leggings and tracksuit bottoms, if you’ll be in your second or third trimester during winter, these are a must.

Soft and cosy with a fleecy interior, I could feel the warmth as soon as I put my foot into them, and they keep me comfortably toasty when working from home in my cold house.

Being such thick fabric does mean that they don’t cling to or sculpt the body as well as others, and I did notice a bit of bagging and bunching around the crotch. The waistband is also quite tight – presumably to stop the thick fabric from falling down – so I’m not sure if they’ll see me right the way through to nine months – however I currently can’t get enough of how snuggly these are.

Spanx Mama Maternity Leggings

£68 from ASOS

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Spanx’s maternity leggings were recommended to me by a fashion editor pal who told me that she lived in these and the faux leather version when she was pregnant as the fit over the bump was the most comfortable she’d found.

As you might expect from Spanx, these are very tight-fitting; they’re not as compressive as its usual shapewear, but definitely a effort to squeeze yourself into. I’d really recommend going up a size – the size M I have a supposed to fit a UK size 12-14, but I’m a fairly average size 12 and I found that I could only just fit into these.

However once on, they really are very flattering. They smooth the body and give you a great silhouette, with no VPL or front seam.

Are they the comfiest? No, but they’re the nearest I’ve found to a smart or – dare I say it – sexy, pair of black maternity leggings, and you could definitely dress these up to wear to work or out in the evening. While I don’t know how long I’ll be able to squeeze into them this side of giving birth, I also thing they’ll come in handy afterwards too.

M&S Maternity 2pk Over Bump Leggings

£19.50 from Marks & Spencer

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Made from 95% cotton and 5% elastane, this two-pack is very good value and very soft, with no tight seam digging into the bump.

However, they’re definitely not as high quality as the others on this list; they feel quite thin (great for warmer months, but a little chilly to wear now), bunch up a bit around the crotch, and you can really feel the waistband when they’re on.

I’m wearing the short length here as my chosen length (regular or long) was out of stock and, while I was expecting these to therefore be almost pedal pusher in length, they’re actually not a bad fit on me (good to know there’s some flexibility if you’re preferred length is also unavailable).

Tesco shoppers have been racing to the aisles to snap up bottles of fake tan that have been reduced to as little as £1 – but you’ll have to be quick to get your hands on them

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The ever dwindling autumn sun means that our skin is on the fast track to paleness, but with plenty of Christmas parties and events on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to dig out the fake tan. Even if you’re not a regular false tan user, having a bottle handy is always a good idea – so when we heard Tesco was reducing the prices of several brands of self tan to just £1.75, we couldn’t wait to share it.

The deal was spotted by a savvy shopper in the Bargain Lovers Facebook Group , who shared a snap of her bargain find, writing: “Fake tan girlies run to Tesco!” alongside a photo of five bottles of St Moritz and St Tropez fake tan. She also included her total cost, which showed her grand total to be £8.81.

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That means she nabbed each bottle for around £1.75, with her photo also showing she’d made savings of £52.18 on what should have been a £60.99 purchase. The huge discount was backed up by other shoppers in the comments, with one saying they’d even managed to nab a bottle of Bondi Sands fake tan for the same price last week.

Each of the five bottles of self tan were different too, which means the Tesco discounts seem to apply to a whole host of different formulas, shades and brands. The different bottles include St Moritz Advanced Formula, St Moritz Spray Tan in a Can and the tanning mousse formula, as well as a bottle of St Tropez Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse.

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Considering the same 120ml St Tropez tan is usually priced at £22, that’s a pretty impressive saving to get yourself. Boots shoppers said it was “Great tan easy to apply good colour no streaky patches,” with another agreeing: “Gorgeous product lovely natural colour perfect for summer.”

However one did mention: “Colour nice but Hard to wash off / needed to be scrubbed off.”

The discounted price is thanks to Tesco’s yellow stickers, which are typically applied to products which are nearing their sell by date or being discontinued, making it a great chance to nab a bargain. The offers will vary by store to store though, so you’ll have to head to your nearest Tesco to see if you can get your hands on them.

If you prefer an online shop, though, LookFantastic has also dropped the price of selected beauty products on its site by 30%, plus offers an extra 5% off right now. It might not get you a bottle of St Tropez tan for £1.75, but you can get yourself these great deals instead: