Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan and producer Tom Verica have offered definitive responses to rumors that a love scene between Penelope and Colin was cut from season 3. The main couple of the latest season get plenty of steamy scenes together, showcasing the ways in which they consummate their relationship with one another. However, rumors have circulated that another sex scene were filmed for Bridgerton season 3, the scene in question ending up on the cutting room floor prior to the show’s release.

Now, Coughlan and Verica have responded to fans on Instagram, explaining that the rumored Bridgerton season 3 sex scenes between Penelope and Colin were never actually filmed.

The actor explained to one fan that additional scenes were never actually filmed, while the producer didn’t know where the claims came from, stating they weren’t true. Check out the pair’s comments to fans down below:

Nicola Coughlan: aaah this is just a rumor! I think you got all the Polin we had but there’s lot of BTS still to share ❤️

Tom Verica: Not sure where this all came from but these claims are false. The supposed scenes listed in these posts don’t exist.

Bridgerton season 3 is based on the book Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia

Colin & Penelope Had The Steamiest Romance In Bridgerton So Far

While claims of additional sex scenes between Colin and Penelope have been denied, their romance in season 3 has been the steamiest for any couple in the show so far. This includes a scene in episode 5 that’s six minutes long, the longest love scene the series has put to screen. Because of how long this scene alone is, the episodes reflect just how many romantic elements went into presenting the couple’s story. It also indicates a new level of sex scenes that opens the door for future characters.

By the time Bridgerton season 3 ends, the core couple has experienced two major love scenes, both of which have important story implications surrounding their relationship. The lengthy scene happens when they’re engaged, while the final scene comes after Penelope reveals she is Lady Whistledown. While it’s understandable why more scenes would have been satisfying, especially because of how many other couples in the show have gotten, the ones onscreen hold major story importance despite not being as numerous.

Although it’s slightly disappointing more steamy scenes weren’t featured between Colin and Penelope this season, scenes with other characters featured in season 3 indicate there could still be hope for the newlyweds. It’s possible Bridgerton season 4 will feature additional scenes between the couple as their relationship continues to blossom. For now, though, it seems any love scenes that could have happened are simply rumors. While it doesn’t prevent the pair from more in the future, it does mean extra ones aren’t going to suddenly appear anytime in the future.

Source: Nicola Coughlan/Instagram, Tom Verica/Instagram