Bridget Jones Returns: Renée Zellweger Shares Unexpected Reunion Experience

Renée Zellweger, the 55-year-old actress renowned for portraying Bridget Jones, has opened up about her “strange” yet heartfelt return to the beloved character in the latest installment, Bridget Jones: Mad About a Boy. Reflecting on the experience, Zellweger shared, “It was really strange meeting up with the friends again in Bridget’s flat… It’s so weird that we’ve come together again and it’s become a thing that we’ve been blessed to do again and again.”

The new film, which premiered on February 14, 2025, continues Bridget’s journey as she navigates life as a single mother following the death of her longtime love, Mark Darcy, previously portrayed by Colin Firth. This installment introduces fresh faces, including Leo Woodall and Chiwetel Ejiofor, as Bridget’s new romantic interests. Zellweger expressed enthusiasm about working with her new co-stars, noting, “I don’t think anybody has to do chemistry reads with these guys… They’re wonderful. I feel so lucky.”

Woodall, 28, who plays a significant role in Bridget’s evolving story, recounted his family’s reaction to his casting: “They were all, in different ways, extremely jealous… I just think it’s kind of bonkers that I would be doing this. So yeah, I’m lapping it up.”

Directed by Michael Morris, Bridget Jones: Mad About a Boy reunites original cast members Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson, alongside newcomers Woodall and Ejiofor. The film explores themes of love, loss, and new beginnings, resonating with audiences worldwide. Since its release, the movie has garnered positive reviews and impressive box office numbers, with over 150,000 presale tickets sold in the UK alone, surpassing previous records. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Zellweger’s return to the role after nearly a decade has been met with enthusiasm from fans and critics alike. Her portrayal of Bridget continues to capture the complexities of modern womanhood, making the character as relatable and endearing as ever. As audiences flock to theaters, Bridget Jones: Mad About a Boy stands poised to become one of the year’s most celebrated romantic comedies.