Ant Anstead reveals why girlfriend Renée Zellweger hasn’t shown him Bridget Jones’ script ahead of new movie
ANT Anstead has revealed why he hasn’t seen the script of the upcoming Bridget Jones film.
The former Wheeler Dealers co-host has been dating franchise star Renee Zellweger since 2021.
Speaking exclusively to The Sun Online, Ant was asked if he knew about the plot of the upcoming fourth film – or if his partner was keeping it a secret.
He shared: “Oh gosh, I’ve been so busy.
“I haven’t been able to get across the plot but I do believe it’s closely related to the book.”
However, Ant admitted: “But I’ve not read the book.”
The latest Bridget Jones film – subtitled Mad About the Boy, sees Renee reprise the title role once again.
It is due to release in February 2025, nine years after the previous instalment, Bridget Jones’ Baby.
The latest edition will follow the third book in the series by Helen Fielding.
It tracks the unlucky-in-love character as she deals with the death of her beloved Mark Darcy (who is played by Colin Firth in the films).
Now, she has to navigate life without him as she raises their two children.
Hugh Grant returns to play philandering Daniel Cleaver, despite the character having been presumed dead.
In addition, The White Lotus star Leo Woodall joins the cast as Bridget’s new, younger love interest.
A source previously told The Sun: “Bridget is going to be a real cougar in the new film and she’ll be seen starting a relationship with a much younger character played by Leo.
“He was thrilled about landing the part and will have a major role as her love interest in Mad About The Boy.
“Bridget is a single mum trying to navigate a new world of social media and dating apps after Mark’s death, so she’s definitely going to end up in a pickle.
“Hugh Grant is back as Daniel Cleaver, so there will be a love triangle between Bridget’s older flame and this much younger new man.”
Renee Zellweger's career so far
Across her three-decade career, Renee Zellweger has won such accolades as two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards and four Golden Globe Awards.
Here is a look at some of her most memorable roles
- The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1995, “Jenny”): The fourth installment in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise, this slasher film marked Renee’s first starring role.
- Jerry Maguire (1996, “Dorothy Boyd”): Renee starred opposite Tom Cruise in this classic sports-comedy drama.
- Nurse Betty (2000, “Betty Sizemore”): For her portrayal of the title character, Renee received a Golden Globe.
- Bridget Jones franchise (2001 – present, “Bridget Jones”): The actress adopts an English accent to play the title character in this franchise. The fourth instalment, titled Bridget Jones: Mad About A Boy is due to be released in February 2025.
- Cold Mountain (2003, “Ruby”): Renee starred opposite Jude Law and Nicole Kidman in this period war drama film. She received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
- Judy (2019, “Judy Garland”): In this biographical drama, Renee portrayed the legendary actress Judy Garland, most notably known for the Wizard of Oz. She received her second Academy Award for her work in this film.
During the summer, Renee was spotted filming scenes alongside new co-star Chiwetel Ejiofor, who plays Mr Walker.
Renee was seen dressed in camping gear with a sun hat and wax jacket.
Meanwhile, Chiwetel was seen leading a group of children around before chatting to Renee in the middle of the field.
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is set to be released on February 14, 2025.