Simone Ashley Embraces Single Life After Two-Year Relationship Ends

Bridgerton star Simone Ashley is approaching her newly single status with optimism and focus on personal growth following the end of her two-year relationship with Constantin “Tino” Klein in January 2025. The 29-year-old actress, who announced the breakup while promoting her romantic comedy “Picture This,” emphasizes she’s “not in a rush” to find new love and is prioritizing self-development.

In a revealing interview with People magazine, Ashley described her single era as “a time that I don’t wanna waste away,” adding that she’s searching for someone “who is so confident in themselves and is really ready to have an open heart.” The breakup announcement came during a BBC Woman’s Hour podcast appearance, where Ashley acknowledged the irony of promoting a rom-com while entering single life.

People reports that Ashley is defining her single era as focused on self-growth, looking for someone with confidence and an open heart.

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New Ventures Beyond Bridgerton

Ashley’s career continues to flourish with multiple projects in development. The actress, known for portraying Kate Sharma in Netflix’s period drama, will star in “Picture This” alongside Harry Potter alum Hero Fiennes Tiffin, releasing on Amazon Prime Video March 6, 2025.

IMDb confirms Ashley will star opposite Hero Fiennes Tiffin in the romantic comedy Picture This. Additionally, she’s set to appear in the psychological thriller “The Housemaid,” based on Freida McFadden’s bestselling novel, and will executive produce the sci-fi remake of “Barbarella.”

Musical Aspirations and Fashion Ventures

Beyond acting, Ashley revealed she’s recording her debut album with producer Fraser T. Smith, marking an expansion into the music industry. Wikipedia notes that Ashley announced in March 2025 that she’s recording her debut album with producer Fraser T. Smith.

The actress continues to make fashion statements, recently stunning at the Chanel Fall/Winter 2025 show in Paris and appearing on Who What Wear’s March cover in a striking red Ferragamo ensemble that drew praise from fans.

Bridgerton Season 4 Confirmation

Netflix confirmed Ashley will return as Kate Sharma for Bridgerton’s fourth season, focusing on Benedict Bridgerton’s story. IMDb News reports that Bridgerton’s Season of Love celebration confirmed Ashley’s return as Kate Sharma for season four.

The season will introduce new characters played by Yerin Ha, Katie Leung, Michelle Mao, and Isabella Wei, while promising more screen time for fan-favorite characters including Queen Charlotte’s right-hand man, Brimsley.

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Maintaining Professional Relationships

Despite her personal life changes, Ashley maintains strong professional connections, particularly with Bridgerton co-star Jonathan Bailey. She described their working relationship positively, noting how they supported each other throughout filming and beyond, demonstrating her commitment to professional excellence amid personal transitions.

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