A bronze statue honoring the beloved character Bridget Jones is scheduled for installation in London’s Leicester Square this November. The permanent monument will join existing sculptures of iconic film figures in the popular tourist destination.
The statue represents the culmination of a character that first appeared in print three decades ago before being brought to life in four successful film adaptations. Industry representatives have expressed enthusiasm about commemorating what they describe as a quintessential London heroine within the city’s cultural landscape.
Leicester Square currently features bronze depictions of numerous cinematic icons, including Paddington Bear, Mary Poppins, and Harry Potter. This new addition will mark the first representation of a romantic comedy character among the collection.
The actress who portrayed Bridget Jones across the film series is expected to attend the unveiling ceremony alongside co-stars from the most recent installment. Also present will be key production figures involved in bringing the character to the screen.
The film series, which began twenty-four years ago, has achieved significant commercial success worldwide. The most recent entry performed particularly well in international markets despite differing distribution strategies across regions.
While future projects involving the character remain uncertain, those involved have indicated openness to continuing the story should new material become available. The statue’s specific design details, including which version of the character it will depict, have not been publicly disclosed.
