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Bridget Jones Statue Finds Permanent Home in London
17 Apr
Summary
- Bridget Jones statue becomes permanent fixture in Leicester Square.
- It joins 10 other movie-themed statues on the Scenes in the Square trail.
- The statue cements the rom-com character in cultural and film history.
The fictional diarist Bridget Jones is now permanently celebrated with a statue in London's Leicester Square. This beloved effigy has been added to the existing collection of movie-themed statues on the Scenes in the Square trail, which launched in 2020.
The addition of the Bridget Jones statue is seen as a significant cultural moment, cementing the character's place in cinematic history. Organizers highlighted the overwhelmingly positive public reaction to the statue, underscoring its iconic status within the rom-com genre.
Leicester Square, a historic hub for British cinema since 1930, continues to evolve with new additions. The square regularly hosts high-profile film events and has previously featured temporary statues, such as one of actor Daniel Kaluuya in 2024.
