Dodd was cast as Francesca Bridgerton on the hit Netflix series, Bridgerton in 2022 - taking over the role from Ruby Stokes for the third season. Season four of Bridgerton airs for the first time today and will follow the story line of Benedict Bridgerton - the second eldest brother. Although not centred around her character, Hannah Dodd has been confirmed for the next season. Francesca Bridgerton is the reserved, musically talented sixth sibling in the famous family. Impressed, the queen names Francesca the Sparkler of the Season.