Bridget Jones’ Renee Zellweger, 55, shares first kiss with toyboy
Renee Zellweger and her younger on-screen lover Leo Woodall were spotted sharing their first kiss as they filmed romantic scenes for the the new Bridget Jones film in London on Thursday.
The actress, 55, who has played the titular character in the past three films, is currently shooting the fourth instalment, Mad About The Boy, in the capital.
In the upcoming film, Bridget enjoys a fling with a hunky younger lover named Rockstar, who is played by One Day star Leo, 27.
During the scene Renee could be seen answering the door Leo before later locking lips on the pavement, appearing to be dressed in the same costumes from date night scenes filmed on Monday.
She was wearing a short floral dress with a pair of black tights and boots, while layering her look with a denim jacket and padded coat between takes.
Bridget Jones star Renee Zellweger, 55, shared her first kiss with hunky toyboy screen lover Leo Woodall, 27, while filming romantic scenes for Mad About The Boy in London on Thursday
In the upcoming film, Bridget enjoys a fling with a hunky younger lover named Rockstar, who is played by One Day star Leo
Leo looked dashing in a T-shirt and blue jacket, which he teamed with jeans and a pair of brown suede boots as they kissed one another
During the scene Renee could be seen answering the door Leo before later locking lips on the pavement
Meanwhile Leo looked dashing in a T-shirt and blue jacket, which he teamed with jeans and a pair of brown suede boots.
In the new film, Bridget enjoys a fling with Rockstar and PE teacher Mr Walker, as played by 12 Years A Slave actor Chiwetel Ejiofor as well as reviving her on-off relationship with Hugh Grant’s Daniel Cleaver.
Chiwetel, 46, was seen shooting scenes last week which means only Hugh and Colin Firth – who has a small role in the movie as the late Mark Darcy – are yet to be spotted in character.
Renee and Leo were spotted filming together on May 18 in hilarious scenes as Bridget got stuck up a tree in Hampstead Heath.
Rockstar, who works as a park warden, seemingly comes to her rescue dressed in an all green uniform.
One onlooker said: ‘Leo and Renee looked like they were having a great time. There were lots of giggles, they seemed to get on really well.’
Renee has been busy since she arrived in London two weeks ago to reprise her role as the singleton for the fourth, and probably final, time.
She spent four days filming at ITV’s studios in White City, West London, where programmes such as This Morning and Loose Women are made.
The actress was wearing a short floral dress with a pair of black tights and boots, while layering her look with a denim jacket and padded coat between takes
The character appeared happier than ever during their sweet interaction
Leo towered over his co-star during the smooch
She was also joined on the set by a four-legged friend
The duo were in great spirits as they chatted with the crew between takes
In the new film, Bridget enjoys a fling with Rockstar and PE teacher Mr Walker, as played by 12 Years A Slave actor Chiwetel Ejiofor as well as reviving her on-off relationship with Hugh Grant’s Daniel Cleaver
Chiwetel (pictured), 46, was seen shooting scenes last week which means only Hugh and Colin Firth – who has a small role in the movie as the late Mark Darcy – are yet to be spotted in character
Bridget was stuck in a love triangle with her late husband Mark Darcy (left) and her boss Daniel Cleaver (right), who was presumed dead in the last film before being found very much alive
Renee is reprising her iconic role after a seven year break following the third film, Bridget Jones’s Baby
They later changed into different costumes for the moment Leo’s character turned up with a dessert for Bridget
Leo donned a figure-hugging blue T-shirt which clung to his rippling muscles
He later emerged from the property with the dessert in hand
There she met presenters from both shows, including Cat Deeley who was said to have been ‘super excited’ at seeing her.
Many studio staff were ‘overcome with excitement’ and desperate to get selfies with the Hollywood star when they realised that the movie was being filmed at their workplace.
Scenes were recorded on the set used by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly for their now defunct show Saturday Night Takeaway, while audience members from Loose Women were also asked to stay for filming of some scenes.
One source at ITV said: ‘It was chaos, imagine having Bridget come to your work. It was literally a dream come true. The place was absolutely buzzing. Word got round so fast, Cat was so excited.’
Bridget’s creator Helen Fielding has also been spotted at the filming as she prepares to say goodbye to the much-loved character. The film is due out on Valentine’s Day next year.
It was revealed last month that Bridget’s obsession with losing weight will be ‘played down’ in the film amid fears they might be a bad influence.
The actress put on a very animated display as she limbered up between takes
The pair discussed the scene with their director before the camera rolled
Renee refused to let the night shoot get her down and she kept co-star Leo in fits of giggles
The film is due out on Valentine’s Day next year
Elsewhere, Leila Fazard was seen on the set of Bridget Jones 4 on Friday, following her headline making 2023 ‘affair’ with BBC co-star Andrew Buchan.
Leila, 42, whose character in the movie is yet to be revealed, cut a chic figure in a long woollen coat which she layered over a stylish ensemble and teamed with a pricey Loewe bag.
Meanwhile Renée, 55, wrapped up in a padded jacket that was teamed with a plaid skirt and colourful trainers.
Isla Fisher is also starring in the hotly-anticipated movie, alongside Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson and Leo Woodall, 27, as Bridget’s toy boy lover.
Leila and her Better co-star Andrew’s reported relationship became public in February last year after he reportledy left his left his wife Amy Nuttall the previous December.
But then weeks later, Leila allegedly returned to her husband James Maizels, while Andrew went back to his family, with The Sun reporting that Andrew told a friend: ‘We’re healing.’
In July, it was claimed that Amy had set her husband seven strict rules to follow after their reunion in order to rekindle their relationship.
The seven rules included having full access to one another’s phones and having a date night once a week and going on a couple’s holiday every seven months.
Leila Fazard, 42, was seen on the set of Bridget Jones 4 in London on Friday, following her headline making 2023 ‘affair’ with BBC co-star Andrew Buchan, 45,
The actress cut a sombre figure as she was spotted filming outdoor scenes with lead Renée
Leila and her Better co-star Andrew’s relationship became public in February last year after he reportledy left his left his wife Amy Nuttall the previous December (Andrew and Amy pictured 2017)
But then weeks later, Leila allegedly returned to her husband James Maizels, while Andrew went back to his family, with The Sun reporting that Andrew told a friend: ‘We’re healing’ (pictured together in BBC’s Better)
