In the world of Netflix’s period romance series, Bridgerton, the courting season and finding a match is incredibly important, however the standards are not the same for everyone, and when it comes to a certain Bridgerton brother, Benedict, the rules seemingly don’t apply. Benedict is the second-eldest of the large Bridgerton family tree. Throughout the show, he has been characterized as an artist, and a man who typically does what he wants when he wants. However, unlike his other siblings, he is never put under the microscope of Bridgerton’s ton. And furthermore, he has never been pushed to be married.

Considering how each season of Bridgerton has gone, it is surprising that no one has ever turned to Benedict and demanded that he find a wife. When Daphne entered her first courting season in Bridgerton season 1, she was completely dedicated to finding a husband that same year. In season 2, Anthony had the pressure put on him to find a Viscountess who could share the Bridgerton name with him. And even in season 3, Francesca feels the heat from her mother, Violet, who worries she has no interest in love. So, the question remains: where’s that pressure for Benedict?

Benedict Doesn’t Have The Same Responsibility As Anthony In Bridgerton

Benedict’s second-eldest status protects him

First and foremost, Benedict does not face the same pressure to get married as his siblings because he has a completely different responsibility than them. For example, Anthony is the eldest Bridgerton, and therefore, will take over the family’s title and fortune. In order to remain in good standing, Anthony has to find a wife to share this responsibility with. His reputation as a rake doesn’t help him either. However, as second-eldest, Benedict does not face this same expectation. He has no title to maintain or outward appearance to keep tidy. In this way, his age and status protect him.

His gender is another aspect that keeps him safe from the marriage market. While his sisters have to ceremoniously enter the court when they come of age, it seems that the men of Bridgerton are simply considered eligible when they turn a certain age, and they can choose to marry when they please. The fact that Benedict is a man means that he is in charge of his own fate.

Where a woman becomes a spinster when she waits too long to marry, a man simply remains a bachelor. Therefore, Benedict faces no pressure and no consequences of delaying marriage.

Violet’s Hopes For Her Kids To Marry For Love Puts Even Less Pressure On Benedict

Benedict’s family also cushions him

With no title and no societal expectations, Benedict’s avoidance of marriage is the perfect arrangement, but there is one more part of his life that makes this situation even better for him. While other Bridgerton families are intent on marrying their children off to the highest bidder, Violet Bridgerton has a much different approach. Since season 1, Violet has had the overarching hope that her children would marry for love. Because Violet’s marriage was a love match, she has always pushed her children towards the idea of marrying for love, and never money or titles.

In this way, Benedict quite literally faces no pressure to marry at all. There is no financial responsibility, no expectations from the ton, nor does his family care when he gets married. Though his siblings would likely be overjoyed for him to find someone special, there is no ticking clock over his head. In every way, Benedict has the ideal situation to avoid marriage. However, because he is part of the Bridgerton franchise, there is no doubt that Benedict will finally have his day in the sun. Sooner or later, marriage will come for them all.

Who Does Benedict Marry In Bridgerton & When Will It Happen?

Benedict marries Sophie Beckett

Although Bridgerton has yet to set up much of Benedict’s love story yet, it is likely to be imminent. According to Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton books, Benedict marries a woman named Sophie Beckett. Sophie is the illegitimate daughter of an Earl, and becomes a servant to her stepmother and stepsisters, in similar fashion to Cinderella. In the book, Benedict meets Sophie at the ball and the two have a connection, but it is not until two years later that they reconnect and spark a romance. It’s unclear how much of this story Bridgerton will keep, but Sophie is likely coming soon.

Three seasons of Bridgerton have been released so far, and at this point, the fourth is shrouded in mystery. There has been no announcement about which Bridgerton sibling will be the next to lead their season. However, considering Benedict’s age and the order of Quinn’s novels, it would make sense for him to be next. Of course, season 4 could also revolve around Eloise or Francesca as well. Therefore, there is no saying when Benedict’s time will come, but hopefully, Bridgerton gives him the spotlight soon.