Simone Ashley has confirmed her return as Kate Sharma for Season 4 of Netflix's 'Bridgerton', alleviating concerns from fans after her absence from the initial cast announcement. In an interview with Glamour UK, Ashley expressed her excitement about returning, although she could not disclose the number of episodes she will appear in. The upcoming season will focus on the romance between Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek, while Ashley's character is expected to continue her story with Anthony Bridgerton. Filming for Season 4 began in September, and other returning cast members include Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton. Executive producer Jess Brownell noted the importance of accommodating actors' schedules, acknowledging Ashley's busy commitments with various projects. Despite some actors departing the series, the production team aims to make the new season even more spectacular.