Is anthony bridgerton gay in real life

"It's not secret, but it's private," Jonathan said. I don’t know if I would be able to be as confident to speak out on other things if I felt that my whole life was up for grabs.”

While Bailey plays many-a straight woman’s ultimate fantasy on the screen, in real life, Jonathan Bailey is proudly gay.

He sent the internet into meltdown after he posed alongside his Wicked costars in Australia – captivating fans across the globe with his muscular legs.

The Bridgerton actor was in Sydney promoting the upcoming musical blockbuster with fellow cast members Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo on Tuesday morning when photos quickly went viral.

Dressed in tiny black shorts and a black long-sleeved shirt, Jonathan instantly drew attention to his muscled legs, while posing alongside Cynthia and Ariana who opted for green and pink gowns respectively.

And fans simply couldn't take their eyes off Jonathan's bulging legs and raced to voice their thirst on social media.

After the sweet interactions he had on the lengthy Wicked promotional tour last year, it’s become increasingly clear that Bailey’s charisma shines both on and off the screen. According to an “actor friend”, Baily was told, “‘There’s two things we don’t want to know: if you’re an alcoholic or if you’re gay.'”

“All it takes is for one of those people in that position of power to say that, and it ripples through.

So, yeah, of course I thought that. While they were seen together again in 2021, their relationship was never officially confirmed by either Jonathan or James.

In his speech at the awards event, Jonathan spoke about queer identity and the role of Company in LGBTQ+ storytelling, saying, "You know, at a time where acknowledging the very existence of LGBTQ people in our schools is being questioned, we have been able to, as a company, show a lovely and celebratory snapshot of gay love.

Just look at these Regency-era approved side burns — Elizabeth Bennet is shaking.

Then, in June, Bailey’s magnetism was once again on full display while promoting his newest film, Jurassic World: Rebirth. I'm so happy." A third added, "Ah, finally!

Taking to X, one said: 'I'll tell you what's WICKED — my thoughts about Jonathan Bailey's legs.

'How do you even — what workout is he doing? Would someone please arrange for a ball this week in his honor? Given his history as the sexiest Bridgerton (thoughts?), we’re not surprised.

When it comes to dreamy, period-drama hunks, Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton is up there with the best of them.

Here’s his current partner and short (public) dating history.

Mystery ‘Lovely Man’, 2023-Present

Currently, it is believed Bailey is taken and dating a man who he described to reporters as “lovely”. The tides are shifting. We are just as anxious, and we're just as flawed and desperate to fall in love as everyone else.

I don't know if I would be able to be as confident to speak out on other things if I felt that my whole life was up for grabs."

Who was the actor rumored to be dating?

Previously, Jonathan was rumored to be dating James Ellis, a director of brand partnerships and advertising, after they attended the 2019 Olivier Awards together and the actor kissed him before accepting his award for his role in Company.

Justice for all those who watched Bridgerton and said, 'Excuse me, this man just made eye contact through my TV.'"

"Jonathan Bailey just raised the global temperature… sorry, not sorry," one more said. He stars in the film opposite Scarlett Johansson and when appearing at the world premiere in London, the pair were so excited to see one another that they greeted one another with a kiss on the cheek.

“It’s not secret, but it’s private,” Bailey told the Evening Standard. Someone else tweeted, in the style of Bridgerton anonymous writer Lady Whistledown, "Dearest Reader, This is indeed spectacular news.

How did fans react to Jonathan being named Sexiest Man Alive?

After Jonathan was named Sexiest Man Alive, a fan wrote on X, "JONATHAN BAILEY as People's Sexiest Man Alive?!