Bridgerton's Simone Ashley has been spotted enjoying a romantic rendezvous with a new mystery man in London, just weeks after her split from Hollywood actor Joshua Jackson was reported.
The actress, famed for her role as Kate Sharma in the hit Netflix period drama, was photographed sharing an intimate moment with financier and entrepreneur Timothy Sykes. The pair were seen locked in a passionate embrace during a sunny afternoon stroll, seemingly oblivious to the world around them.
From Screen Siren to London Romance
The 29-year-old star cut a casual yet chic figure for her London outing, opting for a simple white T-shirt and blue jeans. Her companion, Mr. Sykes, looked equally relaxed in a black polo shirt and trousers, his arm wrapped affectionately around the actress.
The sighting puts to bed weeks of speculation about Ashley's love life following her breakup from Joshua Jackson, her boyfriend of nearly a year. The pair had first sparked romance rumours in July 2023 after being seen on a series of low-key dates.
Who Is Timothy Sykes?
The man at the centre of the new romance is Timothy Sykes, a 42-year-old American entrepreneur and financial educator known for his work in teaching penny stock trading. A millionaire by the age of 21, Sykes has built a reputation through his financial workshops and online presence.
His connection to the world of entertainment is not entirely new; Sykes has previously been linked to reality TV star and model Christine Marzano, with the couple parting ways earlier this year.
An eyewitness described the couple's chemistry as "palpable," noting they "couldn't keep their hands off each other" during their time together in the capital.
Timing and Speculation
This public appearance comes at a curious time for Ashley, who is reportedly preparing for her return to the record-breaking third season of Bridgerton. The new romantic development also follows what sources described as an "amicable" split from Joshua Jackson, who recently finalized his divorce from actress Jodie Turner-Smith.
Representatives for Simone Ashley have yet to comment on the new relationship, leaving fans to speculate about this exciting new chapter in the star's love life.
