While Bridgerton is celebrated for its diverse casting and lavish period drama, star Adjoa Andoh, the formidable Lady Danbury herself, isn't holding back on the industry's shortcomings.

In a candid podcast interview, Andoh revealed the frustrating reality of being a Black actress, even within a production lauded for its inclusivity.

Andoh, a seasoned actress with a career spanning decades, didn't mince words when discussing the persistent issue of lighting Black actors on set.

"Nothing's changed," she stated bluntly on the Stirring It Up podcast. "They're getting better, so I suppose I feel powerful in that I will now go, 'Am I blonde?'"

Her words, dripping with sarcasm, cut to the heart of a problem that plagues the entertainment industry - the lack of basic awareness and sensitivity when it comes to representing darker skin tones on screen.

A Distracting Disrespect: The Burden of Speaking Up

While Andoh acknowledged some progress, she expressed frustration at having to constantly point out this glaring oversight, especially within a production like Bridgerton.

"I hate doing it," she admitted. "Because a bit of me is like, 'Oh, I don't want to do it, I don't want to make a fuss.' I don't want to because I want to come and do my work... I want to be Lady Danbury and be totally engaged in that.

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