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Steamy scenes overwhelming for Rege-Jean Page

REGE-JEAN Page found it “overwhelming” watching his steamy Bridgerton scenes.

The actor – who played Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings in the hit Netflix period drama – admitted neither he nor his family were “sufficiently prepared” for the awkwardness of seeing the racy moments on screen.

He told The Hollywood Reporter: “It was overwhelming. But I think people were looking to be overwhelmed.”

Naturally, his family didn’t enjoy the scenes as much as the public, but they were able to set any awkwardness aside because of the success of the show.

“My family doesn’t want to be overwhelmed by my backside, specifically, too often, but they’ll take it on this occasion because everyone seems to be terribly happy.”

Rege-Jean also discussed his newfound sex symbol status, insisting he didn’t think it overshadowed his talents as an actor. “I don’t think I need to scream, because hopefully I can do that in the work.”

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