Bridgerton launched the popularity of Lady Whistledown. Eloise Bridgerton (Claudia Jessie) became obsessed with finding the real person behind the pen name in Season 1. Did she make it in Season 2? Here's everything you need to know.
[Warning: This article contains spoilers for the finale of Bridgerton Season 2.]
Eloise Bridgerton was on a mission in season 1 of “Bridgerton”
The first season showed that Eloise was not interested in courting or going to proms. She instead enjoyed spending time with her friend Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan).
One thing that interested Eloise was other people. She often chatted with Penelope, but she also talked about wanting more in life than marriage. Eloise also admired Lady Whistledown for being a woman who writes.
Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) suspected her of being the one behind the pamphlets, and she denied this. She became determined to meet her one day and dragged Penelope along on her mission. Eloise interviewed people and compiled a list of suspects. She believed that he was a guest at all the company's events, but no one was paying attention to her. Maybe she is a widow.
Eloise questioned Lady Danbury (Adjoa Andoh) with this in mind, and she denied it. Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) heard this and asked Eloise everything she knew. The royal then asked him to find out the identity of the writer. The season ended, revealing that Penelope is the one writing as Lady Whistledown. But she manages to keep the secret.
Does Eloise Bridgerton find out Lady Whistledown is in season 2?
Bridgerton returns with season 3. Eloise and Penelope will probably not be on good terms at the start of the season. Since Penelope's identity is revealed, Eloise could reveal this information to the queen.
It's also unclear if Penelope is really done with Lady Whistledown for good. The Featheringtons needed money, and she earned it by writing. She also derives satisfaction from the popularity of the brochure. It looks like fans will have to wait until the next season to find out what happens next.