'She's cuter than me,' says Zellweger on new Bridget Jones statue

Renée Zellweger praised a newly unveiled statue of Bridget Jones as "adorable," claiming it is "much cuter" than her. The statue was unveiled in London's Leicester Square, celebrating the character created by Helen Fielding in 1996. Fielding hinted at the potential for continuing Bridget's story, stating, "never say never," which excited fans. Zellweger highlighted Bridget's relatability, noting that many recognize themselves in her struggles and vulnerabilities. The fourth film in the franchise, released earlier this year, achieved the best box office opening for a romantic comedy in the UK and Ireland, despite receiving mixed reviews.

Fans Faye and Wayne expressed their desire for a sequel, citing unresolved issues from the last film. Fielding acknowledged that some aspects of the original story have not aged well but maintained that the character's emotional honesty remains relevant. The statue marks the first romantic comedy tribute on Leicester Square's Scenes in the Square trail, which features various iconic characters.