Shonda Rhimes, the creator of the hit Netflix series Bridgerton opened the London Stock Exchange Friday.
The move celebrates the 5,000 businesses that the UK produced show has supported during its production – equivalent to a boost of a £275 million over the course of five years.
Rhimes has been in London to premiere the second part of the third season that dropped yesterday on Netflix.
Shonda Rhimes, CEO of Shondaland and creator of Bridgerton, said: “The Bridgerton universe occupies a special space in culture, resonating with young and old alike, creating conversation, starting trends and influencing everything from baby names to weddings.
“The shows have also had a seismic impact on the UK economy, boosting it by a quarter of a billion pounds over the last five years and supporting thousands of jobs and businesses. It is clear that the business of art and culture can make a huge economic contribution to local communities. I could not be prouder.”
Julia Hoggett, CEO, London Stock Exchange plc, added: “The Exchange was given its formal structure at the start of the 1800s – the same period in which Bridgerton is set – and now as then we continue to help companies raise the capital they need to grow and thrive.
“Our film and creative industries bring enormous benefits to the UK economy, creating jobs, driving innovation and building communities, and we are thrilled to celebrate the significant economic and cultural impact of their work.”
Season 3 focuses on the romance between Penelope Featherington (former Derry Girl Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton).
