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If at first you don't succeed... be more like Hannah Dodd, about to be catapulted to stardom in the forthcoming third series of the costume romp Bridgerton.

Hannah, 28, who a couple of years ago lost out in a battle for a key part in the Netflix drama, has now grabbed her chance to take over the role of Francesca, one of the eight siblings who feature in the series, set in early 19th Century London. 

Actress Ruby Stokes, seen only in glimpses as Francesca in the first two series, had to bow out because of other filming commitments – and Hannah steps in just as Francesca takes centre stage in the new episodes.

Record-breaking Bridgerton has a reputation for turning unknowns into hot properties – think Rege-Jean Page and read more from dailymail.....