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Simone Ashley shines as Kate Sharma in Bridgerton season 2: Age and height revealed

Julia Quinn 'couldn't dream of a more perfect Kate'

Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma has well and truly stolen the limelight in Bridgerton season 2 but how old is the actress – and what height is she?

Read on for everything you could possibly want to know about Simone – and Kate.

The stunning actress plays the new arrival to the London scene, who falls for the eldest Bridgerton sibling and leading man, Anthony Bridgerton.

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Kate Sharma is based off the character Kate Sheffield in the books, however, they changed her last name in the series to represent her Indian descent.

Simone told Glamour: “Representation matters, and yes, there is a minority that needs to be represented more, and I’m very aware of that…

“Everyone should be seen. I think we can all relate to each other in some way.”

So who is the new leading lady, Simone Ashley?

Here’s everything we know.

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Simone Ashley plays newcomer Kate Sharma in Bridgerton season 2 (Credit: Netflix)

Who is Simone Ashley?

Fans of Sex Education will certainly recognise Simone Ashley, who plays the iconic role of Olivia Hanan in the hit Netflix series.

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