Nicola Coughlan, the talented star of *Bridgerton* and *Derry Girls*, keeps her personal life quite private, which only fuels fans’ curiosity about her dating history. Let’s dive into what’s known and what’s rumored about her love life.
Current Relationship Status
Nicola is very private about her personal life. Currently, there’s no confirmed information about whether she’s dating anyone. She’s done a great job of keeping her romantic life out of the public eye, which leaves her fans respecting her privacy but still wondering.
Past Relationships: The Laurie Kynaston Rumor
Nicola hasn’t dated any of her *Bridgerton* co-stars, but there were rumors linking her to Laurie Kynaston, a co-star from *Derry Girls*. Laurie played the boy paired with Clare for a bonding activity with a Protestant boys’ school in the show. However, neither Nicola nor Laurie has confirmed this relationship, so it remains just a rumor.
The Luke Newton Speculation
Many *Bridgerton* fans have hoped for an off-screen romance between Nicola and her co-star Luke Newton, who plays Colin Bridgerton. Despite their great on-screen chemistry, both Nicola and Luke have made it clear that they are just friends.
An insider told People magazine that they are “supportive co-stars” but definitely “not dating.” Nicola herself has talked about how much she values her friendship with Luke and the fun they have on set.
Why Do Fans Think Nicola and Luke Are Dating?
The speculation about Nicola and Luke’s relationship comes from their obvious chemistry both on and off-screen. Their playful interactions during interviews and the closeness of their characters on *Bridgerton* have fueled these rumors. Nicola has openly discussed how enjoyable their time together on set is, which only adds to fans’ hopes.
Nicola’s Thoughts on Dating
Nicola hasn’t shared much about her own dating life. However, she did share some interesting thoughts about dating in an interview with Marie Claire.
Comparing modern dating to the Regency era, she humorously pointed out that people probably smell better nowadays. She also talked about the paradox of choice in today’s dating world, noting that while having many options can be good, it can also be overwhelming.
Nicola Coughlan’s dating life remains largely a mystery, but her fans continue to support and admire her. For now, she seems happy to keep her personal life private and let her work take center stage.