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Katie Leung Reflects on Fame Ahead of Bridgerton Role

1/7/2026

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Katie Leung, known for her role as Cho Chang in Harry Potter, discusses fame and racist abuse, saying it made her 'less outgoing'.
At 38, she will star as Lady Araminta Gao in Bridgerton, where her character seeks to marry off her daughters.
The fourth Bridgerton season will premiere in two parts, with the first part on January 29 and the second on February 26, sparking fan frustration.

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Katie Leung, known for her role as Cho Chang in Harry Potter, discusses fame and racist abuse, saying it made her 'less outgoing'.
At 38, she will star as Lady Araminta Gao in Bridgerton, where her character seeks to marry off her daughters.
The fourth Bridgerton season will premiere in two parts, with the first part on January 29 and the second on February 26, sparking fan frustration.