Bridget Jones statue becomes permanent resident of Leicester Square: She makes Londoners feel seen'

"Bridget has made Londoners laugh, cry and feel seen, says Kirsty Tullett-Jones, director of marketing and communications for Discover Leicester Square. The reaction to her arrival in Leicester Square has been incredible, showing just how much she continues to resonate with audiences today."

"Making Bridget a permanent fixture cements her place in both Leicester Square and British cultural history. Fielding's subsequent series of novels have been published in more than 40 countries, while the four films have a combined box office of $900m."

"The fourth film, Mad About the Boy, was the second highest-grossing movie in the UK last year, but went straight to streaming in the US though it was nominated for an Emmy."

Bridget Jones's statue in Leicester Square has surpassed 149 days without alcohol, cigarettes, or ice-cream and will now be a permanent fixture. Originally intended for a three-year display, the bronze statue was unveiled in November and is part of the Scenes in the Square initiative. The statue honors the iconic romcom character, resonating with audiences for 25 years. The news coincides with the return of Bridget Jones's Diary to cinemas, celebrating its 25th anniversary and highlighting the character's cultural significance in British history.

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